food

Mexican Horchata

Created in Spain, many countries have their own version of Horchata. This recipe is inspired by the regional rice-based variations across Mexico.

food

Mexican Horchata

Created in Spain, many countries have their own version of Horchata. This recipe is inspired by the regional rice-based variations across Mexico.

Supplies

  • 1 cup uncooked white rice
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds
  • 4 cups hot water
  • 1 large toasted cinnamon stick
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 3/4 can sweetened condensed milk (10 ounces)
  • 1 can evaporated milk (12 ounces)
  • Zest of 1/2 lime

Steps

  1. Rinse the rice and drain
  2. Toast one large cinnamon stick
  3. Add rice, cinnamon stick and sliced almonds to 4 cups of water in blender - set aside for 2-4 hours or overnight in the fridge
  4. Then, blend for about 1 min or until smooth
  5. Strain through cheesecloth, directly into your serving pitcher
  6. Add 1 can evaporated milk
  7. Add 3/4 can of sweetened condensed milk
  8. Add 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
  9. Add zest of 1/2 lime
  10. Stir well making sure all the condensed milk is dissolved
  11. Pour over a glass full of ice
  12. Optional: dust the top with ground cinnamon to taste