Horchata Fresca Recipe
Make Horchata Fresca Recipe in just 4h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Garnish
Method
Preparation of Rice
- 1
Rinse the Rice
Place the long-grain white rice in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cold water until the water runs clear. This step helps to remove excess starch.
- 2
Blending and Straining
- 3
Blend the Mixture
After soaking, discard the cinnamon stick and drain the rice. Place the rice and the remaining 1 cup of water in a blender. Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- 4
Strain the Mixture
Strain the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a large pitcher to remove the rice solids. Press down with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible.
Finalizing the Drink
- 5
Add Milk and Flavorings
To the strained liquid, add the milk, vanilla extract, sugar, and ground cinnamon. Stir well until the sugar is dissolved.
- 6
Serve Chilled
Fill glasses with ice and pour the horchata over the ice. Garnish with additional ground cinnamon or chopped almonds if desired.