Filipino Sweet Rice Pudding
A classic Filipino dessert made with sweet rice, milk, and a touch of sweetness. This creamy pudding is perfect for hot summer days or as a comforting treat.
Ingredients
- ●1 cup Sweet Ricepreferably short-grain rice
- ●2 cups Coconut Milkfull-fat can
- ●1/2 cup Sugaror to taste
- ●1/4 teaspoon Salt
- ●1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- ●optional Pandan Leavesfor extra flavor and color
Instructions
- 1
Rinse the sweet rice thoroughly and soak it in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- 2
Drain the water and cook the sweet rice in a medium saucepan with 2 cups of water over medium heat.
- 3
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender.
- 4
In a separate saucepan, combine the coconut milk, sugar, and salt. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved.
- 5
Add the cooked sweet rice to the coconut milk mixture and stir to combine.
- 6
Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the pudding has thickened slightly.
- 7
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- 8
If using pandan leaves, add them to the pudding and let it steep for at least 30 minutes to allow the leaves to infuse their flavor and aroma.
- 9
Strain the pudding through a fine-mesh sieve into individual serving cups.
- 10
Chill the pudding in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until set.