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portuguese sweet rice (arroz doce)

(3 ratings)
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Recipe by
Tara Pacheco
@tnj2008
Fall River, MA

You cannot go to any gathering around here without someone bringing the sweet rice. This recipe is a sweet treat, with a rich & creamy texture. I've also attached a photo of my little one enjoying a taste of her momma's sweet rice :)

(3 ratings)
yield serving(s)
prep time 5 Min
cook time 25 Min

Ingredients For portuguese sweet rice (arroz doce)

  • 1 c
    white rice (i use medium grain rice. this is my preference, but feel free to use what you have on hand).
  • 1 c
    water
  • 3 c
    milk
  • 2 Tbsp
    butter
  • 1 pinch
    salt
  • 1 c
    sugar
  • 1
    lemon rind
  • 1/2 tsp
    vanilla
  • 3
    egg yolks
  • cinnamon

How To Make portuguese sweet rice (arroz doce)

  • 1
    Bring water, milk, butter, and rice to a simmer. Add lemon peel, sugar, and pinch of salt.
  • 2
    Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, for about 25 minutes or until rice is tender.
  • 3
    Remove from heat. Add in egg yolks one at a time, mixing after each addition. Stir in vanilla.
  • 4
    Return to heat and bring to a boil. Cook over low heat for an additional 5 minutes.
  • 5
    Remove lemon rind. Pour into a serving platter or individual dishes and sprinkle generously with cinnamon!
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