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Homemade Horchata

A cool, cinnamon-sweet rice milk that's creamy, refreshing, and easy to sip.

Total time
10 min
Serves
4
Difficulty
Medium
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Homemade Horchata
As seen on Episode 237

The preparation

5 steps, about 10 minutes start to finish.

  1. 01

    Blend rice with water and cinnamon sticks.

  2. 02

    Soak several hours or overnight.

  3. 03

    Strain through cheesecloth or fine mesh strainer.

  4. 04

    Stir in sugar and vanilla extract.

  5. 05

    Chill and serve over ice.

lightbulb The chef's notes

“Give the rice and cinnamon a long soak, overnight if you can, so they soften and give up their flavor for a smoother drink. Strain it patiently through fine mesh or a doubled cloth, since rushing that step leaves it gritty.”

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