horchata

(3 RATINGS)
40 Pinches
Orlando, FL
Updated on Jul 18, 2011

Horchata is a non alcoholic drink that is made with rice... I first had this in a mexican restaurant years ago and absolutely loved it!! I found this recipe for it not too long ago and on a hot summer day it's really very refreshing!

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method No-Cook or Other
yield makes 1 quart (approximately)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked rice
  • 4 1/2 cups warm water
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

How To Make horchata

  • Step 1
    In a large bowl combine rice and water and let soak overnight.
  • Step 2
    Pour into a blender and puree till smooth, then strain through a fine mesh sieve. Return the strained liquid to the blender and puree again. Strain through a wet discloth or fine cheese cloth into a pitcher.
  • Step 3
    Rinse out the blender to remove any residue, then pour the liquid back into the blender with the vanilla and sugar. Blend on high till sugar is fully disolved.
  • Step 4
    Refrigerate till cold, and then serve over ice.

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