🍚 Arroz Zambito - Traditional Peruvian Dessert with Panela
🇵🇪 Arroz Zambito - Traditional Peruvian Dessert
Arroz Zambito is a traditional Peruvian dessert that combines the sweet flavor of panela (unrefined cane sugar) with the creaminess of rice pudding. It's perfect for enjoying with family and bringing back the tastes of home.
📦 MAIN INGREDIENTS (Available in our kit)
✨ INGREDIENTS IN OUR KIT:
- 🍯 El Dorado Powdered Panela 454g - Available in our store!
- 🟫 El Dorado Whole Panela 454g - Available in our store!
- 🧊 El Dorado Fractionated Panela 454g - Available in our store!
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Includes all 3 versions of panela at a special price
🥄 OTHER NECESSARY INGREDIENTS:
- 1 cup of rice
- 1 1/2 cups of water
- 1 1/2 cups of milk
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 cloves
- 1/4 cup of raisins (optional)
- ¼ cup shredded coconut (optional)
👨🍳 STEP-BY-STEP PREPARATION:
Step 1: Prepare the syrup
In a pot, place the water, cinnamon, cloves, and chopped panela. Boil until completely dissolved.
Step 2: Cook the rice
Add the rice and cook over medium heat until it is soft and has absorbed the liquid.
Step 3: Remove spices
Remove the cinnamon and cloves from the pot.
Step 4: Add the milk
Add the milk and mix well. Cook over low heat.
Step 5: Incorporate extras
Add raisins and shredded coconut if desired. Mix gently.
Step 6: Thicken
Cook for 5 more minutes until it reaches a creamy consistency.
Step 7: Serve
Serve warm or cold, sprinkled with ground cinnamon. Ready and delicious!
💡 CHEF'S SECRETS:
- 🍯 Use El Dorado Powdered Panela for faster dissolving
- 💧 If you want it creamier, add more milk at the end
- 🌿 You can add vanilla essence for more aroma
- 🥥 The shredded coconut gives it a special touch
- ⏰ Don't rush the cooking, the rice should be cooked thoroughly.
- 🍚 Use short grain rice for better texture
Enjoy this classic Peruvian dessert in the comfort of your own home!
