Rizogalo (Rice Pudding)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 14
Traditional Greek dessert, creamy and sweet Rizogalo recipe
in Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 quart milk
1/2 cup rice
1 1/2 cups water
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
cinnamon , for topping

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
364
Sugar
50g
Fat
7g
Rizogalo or rice pudding is a traditional Greek dessert that dates back to ancient times. This creamy and sweet dessert is made with rice, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract and is topped with cinnamon. Rizogalo is usually served as a dessert after dinner or as a snack and can be enjoyed either hot or cold. This recipe is perfect for those who want an easy dessert that requires only a few ingredients and minimal preparation. The rice in this dish makes it filling, satisfying, and ideal for people with a sweet tooth.

Instructions

1.Rinse rice in cold water for a few minutes.
2.In a large pot, add the water, salt, and rice and bring to a boil for 10 minutes or until almost all the water is absorbed.
3.Add in the milk and sugar and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
4.In a separate small bowl whisk together the eggs and cornstarch. Add a spoonful of the hot milk mixture to the egg mixture and stir. This will help to avoid scrambling the eggs.
5.Gradually pour the egg mixture into the pot with the rice, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens. This process takes about 5-10 minutes.
6.Add in the vanilla extract, stir, and remove from heat.
7.Pour the mixture into individual bowls or a large serving dish and sprinkle with cinnamon to taste.
8.Serve warm or cold, and enjoy!

PROS

Creamy and sweet, Rizogalo is a traditional Greek dessert that is easy to make and can be enjoyed either warm or cold.

Rice used in this recipe is a good source of carbohydrates and protein, while the milk used in this recipe is a good source of calcium and healthy fats.

CONS

The sugar content in this dessert is quite high.
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 cups of sugar which is equivalent to 300 grams of sugar.

Rice pudding is not suitable for people with lactose intolerance or for people on low-fat diets.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dessert is a good source of carbohydrates, protein, calcium, and healthy fats.
Calcium is important for maintaining strong bones and teeth, and milk is one of the best sources of calcium in the diet.
Rice is also a good source of energy-giving carbohydrates, while the eggs used in this recipe provide protein which is important for growth and repair of the body.

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