Jul 14 2026
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Arroz Con Leche Recipe

Inspired by Barcelona Wine Bar
Time45m
Serves4

Coconut Milk, Cinnamon

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking the Rice

  1. 1

    Rinse the Rice

    In a fine mesh strainer, rinse the Arborio rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch.

  2. 2

    Combine Ingredients

    In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the rinsed Arborio rice, coconut milk, water, sugar, cinnamon stick, and a pinch of salt.

  3. 3

    Cook the Rice

    Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

  4. 4

    Simmer

    Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan. Let it cook for about 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid, stirring occasionally.

  5. 5

    Remove from Heat

    Once the rice is cooked, remove the saucepan from heat and discard the cinnamon stick. Let it sit uncovered for about 10 minutes to thicken slightly.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve

    Spoon the Arroz Con Leche into bowls or cups. Sprinkle with ground cinnamon, and top with toasted coconut flakes and fresh fruit if desired.

  2. 7

    Enjoy

    Serve warm or chilled, and enjoy your delicious Arroz Con Leche!

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