10 Mouthwatering Portuguese Recipes! | Food From Portugal

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while evaporated milk is budget-friendly.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

egg yolks

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal provides a vegan option, while egg substitutes are often cheaper.

cinnamon

🥗Healthier: nutmeg

💰Cheaper: allspice

Nutmeg offers a different flavor profile, while allspice can be more affordable.

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Combine rice, milk, and salt in a pot over medium heat.

Bring mixture to a simmer, stirring frequently until rice is tender, about 20-25 minutes.

Add sugar, cinnamon stick, and lemon zest to the pot.

Stir until sugar dissolves and mixture thickens, about 5-10 minutes.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

In a bowl, whisk egg yolks and vanilla extract together.

Gradually add a ladle of the warm rice mixture to the egg yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.

Pour the egg mixture back into the pot, stirring well to combine.

Cook over low heat for an additional 5 minutes, stirring continuously.

Remove from heat and discard the cinnamon stick.

Transfer pudding to serving dishes and let cool completely before refrigerating.

Serve chilled, garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon.

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