Portuguese arroz doce with egg yolks
Round-grain rice is cooked first in water, then slowly in milk scented with lemon and cinnamon; egg yolks and butter give it a creamy texture.
Portuguese arroz doce has family variations: some include egg yolks and others do not. This version for four incorporates them at the end, with lemon and cinnamon for aroma. Cook the rice until it begins to soften, then finish it in milk, stirring until creamy.
Ingredient allergens
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Alternatives by dietary restriction
Lactose-free milk
For lactose intolerance
It can replace liquid milk in cooking and baking to reduce lactose. It retains milk proteins, so it does not avoid the milk allergen. Choose a variety suited to the recipe and check the label. Also check other allergens and the risk of cross-contact.
Lactose-free milk retains milk proteins. This option does not address milk allergy.
Allergens to consider in this alternative:
- Milk and milk products
Check the label, other allergens and cross-contact. Replacing one ingredient does not remove allergens elsewhere in the recipe; adjustments depend on the culinary use.
Method
- 01
Cook the rice
Put the rice, water, and salt in a saucepan. Cook over low heat for 12 minutes, until the rice begins to soften and the water has been absorbed.
Ready to continue when: The rice is beginning to soften and the water has been absorbed.
12 min - 02
Infuse the milk
While the rice cooks, heat the milk with the cinnamon stick and lemon peel. Let it infuse, then remove the cinnamon and peel; set aside 30 ml of milk.
Ready to continue when: The milk is hot and fragrant, and the cinnamon and peel have been removed.
- 03
Prepare the yolks
Whisk the egg yolks with the sugar. Add the reserved 30 ml of milk and mix until combined.
Ready to continue when: The yolks, sugar, and milk form an even mixture.
- 04
Add the milk to the rice
Once the water has been absorbed and the rice is beginning to soften, pour in the hot infused milk. Stir and cook gently until the rice is tender and the mixture is creamy.
Ready to continue when: The rice is tender and the mixture has a creamy consistency.
- 05
Incorporate the yolks and butter
Take the saucepan off the heat. Stir continuously as you gradually add the yolk mixture. Return the pan to the heat and stir until the rice thickens slightly. Add the butter and mix.
Ready to continue when: The yolks are incorporated, the mixture has thickened slightly, and the butter has melted.
- 06
Serve
Spoon the rice into a serving dish or bowls and sprinkle ground cinnamon over the top.
Ready to continue when: The rice is portioned out and has a visible dusting of ground cinnamon.
Ingredients
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