Horchata Recipe
Make Horchata Recipe in just 3h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Sweetening Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Rinse the Rice
In a fine mesh strainer, rinse the long-grain white rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- 2
Soak the Rice
In a large bowl, combine the rinsed rice with 4 cups of water and the cinnamon stick. Let it soak for at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight, at room temperature.
Blending
- 3
Blend the Mixture
After soaking, remove the cinnamon stick and transfer the rice and water mixture to a blender. Blend on high speed for about 1-2 minutes until the rice is finely ground.
Straining and Sweetening
- 4
Strain the Mixture
Using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth, strain the blended mixture into a pitcher, discarding the solids.
- 5
Chilling and Serving
- 6
Chill
Refrigerate the horchata for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the drink to chill.
- 7
Serve
Serve the horchata over ice, and if desired, garnish with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon or a cinnamon stick.
