Horchata Recipe

Inspired by Zombie Taco

Time4h

Serves4

A sweet rice milk drink with cinnamon.

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Ingredients

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1
Rinse the Rice
Begin by rinsing the long-grain white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps to remove excess starch.
2
Soak the Rice
In a large bowl, combine the rinsed rice and 4 cups of water. Allow the rice to soak for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.

3
Blend the Mixture
After soaking, drain the rice and transfer it to a blender. Add the 4 cups of fresh water, 2 cinnamon sticks, vanilla extract, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and the rice is finely ground.

4
Strain the Mixture
Using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth, strain the blended mixture into a large pitcher or bowl. Press down on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
5
Add Milk
Stir in the 2 cups of milk (or non-dairy milk) to the strained rice milk. Mix well until combined.
6
Garnish
Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon on top of the horchata for garnish.

7
Chill and Serve
Refrigerate the horchata for at least 2 hours before serving. Serve over ice and enjoy your refreshing sweet rice milk drink!