Nigerian Rice Water

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 6

Cool down with some refreshing Nigerian Rice Water

by The Chefin Drink

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 tablespoon white rice
	2 cups whole milk ( I 'll try 1 % )
	1 teaspoon sugar , more to taste ( I 'll try Splenda )
	1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
	1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
	1/8 teaspoon orange zest or 1/8 teaspoon lemon zest

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

326

Sugar

23g

Fat

13g

Nigerian Rice Water is a refreshing drink that is perfect for summertime. It is a simple yet unique recipe that originates from West Africa and is commonly enjoyed as a way to cool down and stay hydrated. It is made with just a few ingredients such as rice, milk, sugar, and spices. While the recipe is easy to make, the end result is a flavorful and satisfying drink that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the rice and add it to a blender with 1/2 cup of the milk. Blend until smooth.
2.	Pour the rice mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a large bowl, pressing on the rice to extract as much liquid as possible.
3.	Discard the rice solids and add the remaining milk to the bowl.
4.	Stir in sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and orange zest or lemon zest to taste.
5.	Serve over ice.

PROS

Refreshing and unique, Nigerian Rice Water is a great drink to quench your thirst and cool you down on a hot day.

This recipe is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients that you may already have in your pantry.

CONS

This recipe contains sugar and whole milk, which may not be suitable for people with specific dietary requirements or preferences.

It is important to note that the nutritional content may vary depending on the specific ingredients used in the recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Nigerian Rice Water may not be the healthiest drink out there, it does offer some benefits.
Rice water contains antioxidants and compounds that may support gut health and aid digestion. Cinnamon has been linked to reducing inflammation and may have antibacterial properties. Nutmeg is also believed to have anti-inflammatory effects and may help relieve pain.