Turkish-Style Sütlaç (Rice Pudding)

Ingredients

In the Turkish adaptation of Leite de creme, the traditional Portuguese dessert, the main difference lies in the use of rice instead of eggs as the thickening agent. Turkish-Style Sütlaç also incorporates flavors like cinnamon and vanilla, which are commonly found in Turkish desserts. Additionally, the dessert is served chilled in Turkish cuisine, providing a refreshing twist to the original warm Leite de creme. We alse have the original recipe for Leite de creme, so you can check it out.

• 1/2 cup (100g) short-grain rice 1/2 cup (100g) short-grain rice
• 4 cups (1 liter) whole milk 4 cups (1 liter) whole milk
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cinnamon stick 1 cinnamon stick
• Pinch of salt Pinch of salt
• Ground cinnamon, for garnish Ground cinnamon, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 400 kcal / 1674 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 8g, 5g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 75g, 50g
• Protein: 10g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
2. 2.
   In a large saucepan, combine the rice, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon stick, and salt.
3. 3.
   Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally.
4. 4.
   Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture, stirring frequently, for about 30-40 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the pudding has thickened.
5. 5.
   Remove the cinnamon stick and discard.
6. 6.
   Pour the pudding into individual serving bowls or ramekins.
7. 7.
   Allow the pudding to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until chilled.
8. 8.
   Before serving, sprinkle ground cinnamon on top for garnish.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Rice — Use short-grain rice for the best texture and creaminess in the pudding.
• Cinnamon stick — If you don't have a cinnamon stick, you can substitute with 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.

Tips & Tricks

• Stir the pudding frequently while simmering to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
• For a creamier texture, you can add a splash of heavy cream to the pudding before chilling.
• If you prefer a sweeter pudding, you can increase the amount of sugar according to your taste.
• Serve the Sütlaç chilled with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon for an extra touch of flavor.
• Leftover Sütlaç can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Serving advice

Serve the Turkish-Style Sütlaç in individual bowls or ramekins for an elegant presentation. You can garnish each serving with a dusting of ground cinnamon or a sprinkle of crushed pistachios for added visual appeal.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, you can serve the Sütlaç in small glass dessert cups or traditional Turkish tea glasses. You can also place a cinnamon stick on top of each serving as a decorative element.