Horchata (Ground Rice Drink) |
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Prep Time: 1440 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 1440 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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this is a pretty tasty drink its good for the summer days but takes a day to make:( its a bummer for that reason but its worth the wait its very good Native American drink Ingredients:
1/2 cup sugar |
1 cup long grain rice |
1 cup water |
4 cups milk |
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon |
1 teaspoon vanilla |
Directions:
1. need also Large Capacity Blender (7-8 Cups).
2. Place rice in a bowl with enough hot water to cover.
3. Let sit overnight on counter.
4. Next day, remove the water.
5. Place rice, 1/2 cup fresh water and 2 cups milk in a blender until rice is all ground up.
6. Add sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon. Blend.
7. Add the remaining two cups milk, and 1/2 cup water.
8. Blend.
9. Strain through thickly layered cheesecloth (more than once may be necessary; do NOT squeeze the cloth).
10. Chill and serve. Makes approximately 6 cups.
11. Note: This is a favorite for youngsters of all ages. Also, the rice starch in this drink is an excellent way to put out the fire on your tongue while eating hot/spicy meals. In summertime, add crushed ice to drink to make a slushy.
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