Everyone knows sweet rice pudding, a staple especially during Brazil’s Festa Junina celebrations. But have you ever heard of or tasted a savory version? This is a traditional recipe from Northeastern Brazil, and I am sure you will love it. Today, we are making creamy milk rice—let’s get cooking!
Ingredients for Creamy Milk Rice:
- 1 cup long-grain white rice;
- Salt to taste;
- 1 2/3 cups (approx. 400ml) water;
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter;
- 1 cup whole milk;
- Fresh parsley or scallions for garnish (optional).
How to make Creamy Milk Rice:
- First, we will cook the rice as usual, but for this specific recipe, we do not use garlic;
- In a saucepan, combine the rice, water, and salt;
- Bring to a boil and cook until tender, according to your preference;
- Once cooked, add the butter while the rice is still very hot;
- Stir well to incorporate the butter throughout the rice;
- Pour in the milk and stir until creamy;
- Let it rest for 5 minutes, and it’s ready to serve;
- Transfer to a serving bowl if desired, and garnish with fresh parsley or scallions.
Pro-tips:
There is a popular variation of this recipe that includes cheese. You can stir in grated Parmesan or shredded mozzarella after the rice is finished to make it even richer and creamier.
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