How To Make Sutlac / Turkish Rice Pudding

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while evaporated milk is often less expensive.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener, while brown sugar can be more affordable.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: flour

Arrowroot is a gluten-free thickener, while flour is often cheaper.

vanilla

🥗Healthier: vanilla extract

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla essence is a more affordable flavoring option.

Rinse rice and add to a pot with 1 cup + 1/4 cup water; cook until soft.

Add 2 cups whole milk and continue to cook for 10-15 minutes.

Add 1 liter of whole milk and cook for 30-35 minutes, stirring frequently.

Add 1 cup granulated sugar and mix until melted; adjust consistency with additional milk if needed.

Mix 1.5 tbsp cornstarch with a little cold milk to create a slurry; add to the rice mixture while stirring.

Cook for an additional 5-8 minutes until thickened; add vanilla powder.

Transfer the mixture to oven-safe cups.

Broil in the oven at 200 degrees until the tops are browned, checking regularly.

Serve chilled, garnished with ground cinnamon and optional chopped hazelnuts.

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