Ovos-Moles

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1

Traditional Portuguese dessert recipe for your sweet tooth

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/4 cup short-grain rice
	2 cups water
	1 cup sugar
	8 large egg yolks , lightly beaten

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

340

Sugar

49g

Fat

Ovos-Moles is a traditional Portuguese dessert that dates back to the 16th century. This sweet treat is a blend of cooked rice, sugar, and egg yolks, which are cooked together to achieve a thick, creamy mixture. It is often served chilled and garnished with cinnamon or powdered sugar. Ovos-Moles is a popular dessert for special occasions, such as holidays, weddings, and baptisms.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the rice and cook it in water until soft.
2.	In a separate pot, mix the sugar with a little bit of water to make a syrup.
3.	Beat the egg yolks lightly in a mixing bowl.
4.	Slowly add the hot syrup to the egg yolks, whisking continuously to avoid curdling.
5.	Add the cooked rice to the mixture and stir well.
6.	Pour the mixture back into the pot used for the syrup and cook over low heat until it thickens, stirring continuously.
7.	Let the mixture cool and serve chilled.

PROS

Ovos-Moles is a unique and flavorful dessert that is relatively easy to make.

It has a creamy texture and a deliciously sweet taste that will satisfy any sweet tooth.

CONS

This dessert is high in sugar and not recommended for individuals with diabetes or other health conditions requiring a low-sugar diet.

It also contains a significant amount of egg yolks, which may not be suitable for individuals with high cholesterol.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its high sugar and egg content, Ovos-Moles has potential health benefits.
The egg yolks in the recipe provide a good source of protein, and rice is a good source of complex carbohydrates.
However, this dessert should only be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.