Persian Apricot Rice Pudding

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 13

Persian Apricot Rice Pudding for a perfect dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

1 hour 30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

283

Sugar

25g

Fat

Persian Apricot Rice Pudding is a sweet and creamy dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The subtle yet distinct apricot flavor of this rice pudding is sure to delight your taste buds. The use of brown rice as a base adds a nutty and slightly chewy texture, while the addition of almond extract gives it a bit of a nutty taste. This dessert is easy to make and can be enjoyed for breakfast or after a meal. The dish is popular in Iran and is often served for special occasions such as weddings or banquets.

Instructions

1.	Start by cooking the 1/4 cup of uncooked brown rice according to the package instructions.
2.	In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until the cornstarch is dissolved.
3.	Next, blend one can of apricot halves with a hand blender or food processor until smooth.
4.	In a medium saucepan, combine the blended apricots, the other can of apricot halves (chopped into small pieces), 2 cups of milk, 1/3 cup of sugar, and 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it comes to a boil.
5.	Once boiling, pour in the dissolved cornstarch and stir for 1-2 minutes until the mixture thickens and becomes pudding-like.
6.	Remove the mixture from the heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of almond extract.
7.	Finally, stir in the cooked brown rice. Pour the mixture into a serving dish and chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.

PROS

This rice pudding is creamy and delicious, with a subtle apricot flavor that is sure to please.

It is easy to make and can be served as a dessert or a sweet breakfast.

CONS

This recipe contains a fair amount of sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

The brown rice in this dish adds fiber and nutrients but also gives the pudding a slightly chewy texture, which some may not prefer.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe does contain sugar, it also includes nutrient-rich brown rice and apricots.
The brown rice provides fiber and essential minerals like manganese and magnesium, while apricots contain vitamins A and C as well as potassium and fiber.

	1/4 cup uncooked brown rice
	3 tablespoons cornstarch
	1/3 cup water
	2 cans apricot halves in juice , drained
	2 cups milk ( approx . )
	1/3 cup sugar
	1 tablespoon vanilla extract
	1 teaspoon almond extract