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Swedish Rice Pudding Recipe With Papa Olof | Traditional Risgrynsgröt & Risalamalta | Family Recipes

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Risgrynsgröt

Cultural Context

Risgrynsgröt is a cherished Swedish dish traditionally served during Christmas and festive occasions. This creamy rice porridge symbolizes warmth and comfort, often enjoyed with a sprinkle of cinnamon and a hidden almond for luck. In modern times, it has transcended its holiday roots, becoming a beloved breakfast and dessert throughout Sweden and beyond.

SwedishSEdessert
40 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 dl short-grain rice
4 dl water
8 dl milk
1/2 tsp salt
cinnamon stick
3 dl whipped cream
2 tbsp vanilla sugar
1/2 dl granulated sugar

short-grain rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: long-grain rice

Brown rice adds fiber and nutrients while long-grain rice is often less expensive.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: skim milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and dairy-free, while skim milk is cost-effective.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey is a natural sweetener, and agave syrup can be less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free option, while margarine is often cheaper.

1

Combine 2 dl short-grain rice, 4 dl water, and 1/2 tsp salt in a saucepan; bring to a boil.

2

Cook for 10 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

3

Stir in 8 dl milk and heat gently until it almost boils, being careful not to let it overflow.

4

Remove from heat and cover with a blanket to keep warm for 2-3 hours, stirring every half hour.

5

To make risalamalta, whip 3 dl whipped cream with 2 tbsp vanilla sugar and 1/2 dl granulated sugar until firm.

6

Gently fold the cold rice porridge into the whipped cream mixture.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsimmering

Equipment Needed

saucepan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairynuts

Also Known As

Swedish Rice PorridgeRisgrynsgröt

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