Sütlaç A Turkish Rice Pudding

Try Sütlaç! a Turkish Rice Pudding made from rice and milk. It has a lightly sweet and creamy texture, with cinnamon topping.

Turkish rice pudding also known as “sütlaç,” is a timeless dessert that has a smooth and silky texture and a subtle sweetness that makes it a wonderful way to conclude a meal or celebrate a special occasion. This article will provide you with an easy-to-follow recipe for making this delicious dessert using basic ingredients such as white rice, milk, and heavy cream.

What is Sütlaç?

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So, What is Sütlaç? Sütlaç A Turkish Rice Pudding, also known as Fırın Sutlaç, is a baked rice pudding that originates from Turkey. To make it, short-grain rice and milk are cooked together on the stove in a large pot until thick and creamy. This famous dessert in Turkish cuisine can be cooked on the stove or in the oven. If cooked on the hob, it should be cooked over medium heat in a large saucepan. Once cooked, it is chilled in the fridge for a few hours before serving.

The ingredients of Sütlaç typically include rice, milk, and sugar, and add cinnamon, vanilla, or rose water as a topping flavor. After baking in the oven, it develops a golden crust on top. 

Origin History and its Special Celebration

There’s no clear origin story for sütlaç A Turkish Rice Pudding, it became really popular in Turkey during the Ottoman Empire The origins of Turkish rice pudding date back to the Ottoman Empire, where rice was commonly used as an ingredient in desserts.

As time went on, different variations of rice pudding emerged across the region, each culture adding its own unique flavorings. Nowadays, Turkish rice pudding is a much-loved dessert that we can find everywhere in homes and restaurants worldwide.

Sütlaç is a popular dessert in Turkey and is often served on special occasions and holidays. One such holiday is Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan, the month of fasting in the Islamic calendar. During this holiday, sütlaç is often served as part of the festive meal. In addition, Sütlaç – A Turkish Rice Pudding usually shows up on holidays and special occasions such as weddings, family gatherings, and religious celebrations.

To create this mouth-watering dessert, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients of Sütlaç – A Turkish Rice Pudding

• White Rice– It adds texture and thickness to the dessert. It provides the base for the pudding and gives it its signature texture.
• Water
• Milk– Milk is the main liquid and provides a creamy base for the dessert. It also adds flavor and nutrients. create a creamy, sweet flavor.
• Heavy Cream– to thicken the texture also
• Granulated Sugar
• Vanilla Essence– Vanilla is another common flavoring used in sütlaç. It adds a sweet, floral taste and aroma.
• Cornstarch– Some recipes may call for the addition of cornstarch to help thicken the dessert further
• Salt
• Cinnamon Powder is also a common spice, It adds a warm, sweet taste and aroma for garnish.

How to Make Sütlaç – A Turkish Rice Pudding

To begin, rinse the rice in cold water and drain it well. You can cook the rice first or you can combine rice with other ingredients.

First step, in a bowl, combine milk, heavy cream, vanilla essence, and salt. Add the sugar mixture and stir well to combine.

And then, In a separate small bowl, dissolve the cornstarch with 3 tbsp of the milk mixture. Set aside.

Continue cooking the mixture of rice and water over low-medium heat until the water has evaporated and the rice is cooked. Keep stirring constantly and frequently until it thickens and reaches a pudding-like consistency (about 25-30 minutes). Be sure to scrape the sides and bottom of the pan regularly to prevent the pudding from burning.

Thicken Texture of Turkish Rice Pudding

Once the pudding has thickened, remove the pan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and ground cinnamon. If you like, you can also add a tablespoon of rose water for extra flavor (optional)

Next, pour the milk mixture into the cooked rice and stir constantly until it boils and thickens. Add the dissolved cornstarch and stir until the pudding iwell combined.

Finally, divided the mixture into serving glasses and refrigerate for several hours. Garnish with cinnamon powder before serving.

You can also chill the pudding in the fridge for a few hours before serving if you prefer it cold. Enjoy! you can consume warm or cold this Turkish rice pudding.

Recipe Notes;

• Be sure to rinse the rice well before cooking to remove excess starch.
• It’s important to use short-grain rice for this recipe as it will give you the best texture.
• Be sure to stir the pudding frequently while it is cooking to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
• If the pudding is too thick, you can add a little more milk to thin it out.

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Written by Silni Asfia