Café Horchata
Ingredients
For Horchata
- 2 cups Carolina® White Rice
- 1 stick canela, ceylon or true cinnamon, broken into pieces
- 3 cups boiling hot water
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1 cup sugar
For Café Horchata
- 1 cup homemade horchata
- 1 cup ice
- 1 shot espresso
Instructions
Try this delicious blend of two fan favorites: horchata and espresso. Brought to you by award-winning chef, TV host, author, and food blogger Pati Jinich, this delicious Café Horchata infusion is sure to become a fast favorite.
Step 1
In a heatproof bowl, cover the rice and cinnamon with hot water and let sit between 2 to 8 hours.
Step 2
When the mixture is ready to be pureed, add sugar and milk, and mix well. Use a blender or food processer to blend in patches and make sure to puree completely.
Step 3
Strain with a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth.
Step 4
Serve over ice and add shot of espresso. Stir well and enjoy.
Versatile Grains
From comforting soups to exotic stir-fries to creamy risottos or a traditional Spanish paella, there isn’t much you can’t do with rice when it comes to delicious eats. In fact, rice grains are so versatile they come in varieties that make them perfect for whatever dish you want to prepare. They’re even great for making a sweet and refreshing drink: horchata. For those who have already tried this tasty beverage, you already know what a tasty treat it is. And for those who never have, we have to tell you, its a must-try!
Sweet and Creamy Horchata
Horchata is a wonderfully refreshing rice-based drink popular in Latin America and Spain. Typical made with water, milk, cinnamon, and sugar, although the recipes vary by region, this delightfully sweet drink is chilled and served over ice for a refreshing drink on hot summer days.
Don’t know how to make horchata? Not to worry, try our incredibly easy Horchata recipe. It takes just 10 minutes to prepare. Simply let the rice and cinnamon sit without having to cook rice on the stove. Then, blend the ingredients, refrigerate for at least 4 hours, then strain. Serve it over ice, sprinkle with cinnamon, and enjoy! Nothing to it.
Add Some… Coffee?
Yes! This recipe includes a delicious mix of horchata and espresso for a new iced coffee drink that will surely become a fast favorite. Simply make a batch of your favorite horchata recipe, we recommend this Homemade Creamy Horchata or this Mexican Horchata with Cinnamon, and add a shot of your favorite espresso for a delightful mix of sweet and bold flavors. Add the final touch by garnishing with a cinnamon stick and enjoy. Looking for a dinner meal? Try our: chaufas.
