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Greek · Sweet
Lenten Rice Pudding
Νηστίσιμο ρυζόγαλο
Rice pudding with almond milk
Any fast dayPrep 5 minCook 35 minServes 6
When to eat it. No oil, wine or fish, so it fits even the strict weekdays of Lent.
Ingredients
Method
- Simmer the rice in the water with the lemon peel until the water is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
- Add the plant milk and cook on low, stirring, for 15 minutes.
- Stir in the sugar and the cornstarch dissolved in a little milk. Cook 3 minutes until creamy.
- Remove the peel, spoon into bowls and dust with cinnamon once cool.
Tip. Check that the plant milk has no added oil if you are keeping a strict day.
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