Rice with Milk dessert - Riz bi haleeb – Tradition Arabic rice pudding roz bi halib - رز بالحليب

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + milk powder

Almond milk is lower in calories and suitable for lactose intolerance.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with unique flavor, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: dried fruit

Seeds provide crunch and are nut-free, while dried fruit adds natural sweetness.

rose water

💰Cheaper: vanilla extract

Vanilla extract is more accessible and offers a different aromatic profile.

Add milk to a pot and warm it up.

Add rice directly to the milk without rinsing it.

Mix the rice with the milk.

Add sugar to the mixture.

Add lemon zest for flavor.

Boil the mixture for about 20 minutes until the rice is soft.

Let it cool before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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