Sütlaç
Veg
A classic Ottoman rice pudding baked in individual clay pots until the top is lightly scorched — creamy, lightly sweetened, and perfumed with vanilla.
Cuisines
Turkish
Best for
Snacks
Dinner
Recipe
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 30 min
Total: 40 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
| 1/4 cup | short-grain rice |
| 2 cups | whole milk |
| 1/4 cup | sugar |
| 1 teaspoon | vanilla extract |
| 1 tablespoon | cornstarch |
| 1/4 cup | water |
| — | ground cinnamon for garnish |
Instructions
- 1 Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- 2 In a medium saucepan, combine the rice with 1 cup of water and bring to a boil.
- 3 Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
- 4 In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch with 1/4 cup of water until smooth.
- 5 Add the milk and sugar to the cooked rice and stir well.
- 6 Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring continuously.
- 7 Add the cornstarch mixture to the saucepan and continue to stir until the pudding thickens, about 5 minutes.
- 8 Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- 9 Pour the sütlaç into individual serving bowls and let it cool to room temperature.
- 10 Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- 11 Before serving, sprinkle with ground cinnamon for garnish.
Tips
For a richer flavor, you can use a mix of whole milk and cream.