Riz au Lait Vegan

Riz au Lait Vegan is a creamy, fragrant Moroccan rice dish that combines the warmth of spices with the sweetness of dates and the richness of coconut milk. This delightful dessert is perfect for a comforting treat and is entirely plant-based.

Ingredients

• Jasmine rice - 100 grams
• Coconut milk - 400 ml
• Almond milk - 100 ml
• Medjool dates - 4 pieces, pitted and chopped
• Cinnamon powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cardamom powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - a pinch
• Chopped nuts (almonds or pistachios) - 30 grams for garnish
• Fresh mint leaves - a few for garnish

Steps

1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice, coconut milk, almond milk, chopped dates, cinnamon, cardamom, and a pinch of salt.
3. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
4. Once it boils, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the mixture is creamy.
5. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
6. Allow the rice pudding to cool slightly before serving.
7. Serve warm or chilled, garnished with chopped nuts and fresh mint leaves.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 9 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from coconut milk which can provide energy and support brain health.
• Contains antioxidants from dates and nuts that may help reduce inflammation.

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