Rice with Strawberries

Rice with strawberries is a dessert that evokes many nostalgic childhood memories. This simple, homemade dessert is rich in flavors and colors that are hard to resist. Here’s how to make the perfect rice with strawberries!

Ingredients:

For the Rice:

• Milk – 800 ml
• White rice – 150 g
• Butter – 20 g
• Sugar – 2 tbsp
• Vanilla sugar – 3 tsp
• Salt – 1 pinch

For the Topping:

• Strawberries – 500 g
• Sugar – 2 tbsp

Preparation:

Step 1: Prepare the Cooking Base

1. Place the butter in a pot and melt it gently.
2. Add the milk and stir.
3. Add the rice (if using bagged rice, cut the bag and pour the rice into the pot).

Step 2: Cook the Rice

1. Bring the milk and rice to a boil, then reduce the heat to a minimum.
2. Cook for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. The rice should become soft and mushy.

Step 3: Add Sugar and Vanilla Sugar

1. Towards the end of the cooking time, add the sugar and vanilla sugar to the pot and stir until fully dissolved.
2. Cook for another 5 minutes, ensuring the rice doesn’t burn by stirring frequently.

Step 4: Prepare the Strawberries

1. Place the strawberries in a strainer, rinse under running water, and remove the stems. Allow the strawberries to dry.

Step 5: Make the Strawberry Sauce

1. Cut the strawberries in half and mash them with a fork.
2. Add the sugar and mix well. Rinse the strainer.

Step 6: Serve the Rice

1. Remove the cooked rice from the pot. There should be minimal liquid left, and the rice should be sticky.
2. Transfer the rice to bowls and top with the strawberry sauce.
3. Optionally, garnish with fresh strawberries and a vanilla bean.

Enjoy your delicious and nostalgic rice with strawberries!