VENEZUELAN CRIOLLA CHICHA RECIPE By Ángel

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + cornstarch

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: sweetener

Honey provides natural sweetness.

evaporated milk

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk

Coconut milk offers a unique flavor.

condensed milk

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

Wash the rice well and drain it.

Cook the rice with 7 cups of water and a cinnamon stick for about 35 to 40 minutes.

Remove from heat and let it cool down.

Once cooled, put the rice in a blender with an egg, sugar, condensed milk, a pinch of salt, and vanilla extract.

Blend all the ingredients together and refrigerate for a while.

Serve the drink over ice, topped with crushed cookies and ground cinnamon.

Optionally, add more condensed milk to taste.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary