Horchata Recipe
A refreshing traditional Mexican drink made from rice, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon.
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 4 cups water divided
- 1 stick cinnamon
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups milk
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
In a blender, combine the rice, 2 cups of water, and the cinnamon stick. Blend until the rice and cinnamon are roughly ground.
Pour the mixture into a large bowl and add the remaining 2 cups of water. Let it sit at room temperature for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Strain the rice mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a pitcher. Discard the rice solids.
Stir in the sugar, vanilla extract, and milk. Chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Serve over ice and enjoy!
Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 1mg