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A jug and glasses of horchata

Horchata

Rosa Cienfuegos' recipe for Mexico-City-style horchata made with white rice and cinnamon.

Ingredients

  • ΒΌ cup jasmine rice
  • 1.5 L just-boiled water
  • 3 tbsp condensed milk
  • 3 tbsp evaporated milk
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ice cubes to serve

Instructions
 

  • Place the rice in a heatproof bowl or jar and add the boiled water. Stir and set aside to cool to room temperature. The rice will soften slightly.
  • Transfer the rice and soaking water to a blender and blend until the rice is finely chopped and almost dissolved.
  • Strain the liquid into a large bowl or jar and discard any remaining bits of rice. Add the milks and cinnamon, stir well and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Add 2 cups (500 ml) water to the horchata and stir it all together. Serve, poured over ice.