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Horchata

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Horchata is a refreshing and creamy traditional Mexican beverage made from rice, cinnamon, sugar, and milk, often served chilled over ice.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 4 cups water (divided)
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 cup milk (whole or evaporated)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Ice cubes (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. In a blender, combine the rinsed rice, 2 cups of water, and the cinnamon stick. Blend until the rice is coarsely ground.
  3. Pour the mixture into a bowl, add the remaining 2 cups of water, and let it soak at room temperature for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  4. Strain the rice mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a pitcher, discarding the solids.
  5. Stir in the milk, sugar, and vanilla extract until the sugar is dissolved.
  6. Chill the horchata in the refrigerator until cold.
  7. Serve over ice and enjoy.

Notes

  • For a dairy-free version, use almond milk or oat milk instead of dairy milk.
  • Adjust sweetness to taste by adding more or less sugar.
  • Horchata can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: horchata, Mexican drink, rice drink, cinnamon beverage, agua fresca

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