Tina Munoz
@fametina
Authentic Mexican Horchata
A refreshing and creamy Mexican beverage made from rice, milk, and cinnamon, perfect for cooling down on a hot day or serving at gatherings.
Details
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:easy
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:6
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Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Total time20 min.
- Servings8
Ingredients
- 2 quarts
- 1/2 cup
- 1 1/2 teaspoons
- 1 cup
- 1 cup
- for serving
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Authentic Mexican Horchata.
Step 1
Begin by pouring hot water into a spacious bowl, then add sugar, ground cinnamon, and long grain rice.
Step 2
Mix thoroughly until the sugar dissolves completely, creating a sweet and aromatic base.
Step 3
Cover the bowl and let it rest at room temperature for a minimum of three hours, or for the best flavor, allow it to steep overnight.
Step 4
This waiting period is essential for the ingredients to harmonize beautifully.
Step 5
Once the soaking time is up, introduce milk to the mixture.
Step 6
Blend it using a hand blender or a standing blender until the rice is finely ground, achieving a texture akin to soft sand.
Step 7
Next, strain the blended mixture through multiple layers of cheesecloth or a fine strainer to eliminate any rice solids, leaving you with a smooth, creamy liquid.
Step 8
Finally, pour the refreshing horchata over ice cubes, and enjoy this delightful drink that captures the essence of tradition and flavor in every sip.