Decadent Rice Pudding
Decadent Rice Pudding
A stovetop arborio rice pudding simmered in milk with nutmeg, golden raisins and lemon rind, topped with toasted almonds.
Prep: 10 minutes · Cook: 35 minutes
What Is Decadent Rice Pudding?
A quick stovetop rice pudding using arborio rice for a creamy, risotto-like texture, simmered in milk with nutmeg, golden raisins and lemon, finished with toasted almonds.
Why Make Decadent Rice Pudding?
- Arborio rice makes it luxuriously creamy
- On the table in under an hour
- Toasting the rice in oil deepens the flavour
- Warm or cold, it's comfort in a bowl
- Lemon and nutmeg keep it from being one-note
Unico Products Used in This Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp almonds (chopped)
- 2 tbsp canola oil
- 1/2 cup arborio rice
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 1/2 cups milk
- 1 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tbsp lemon rind (grated)
- 3 tbsp golden raisins
Instructions
- In a small skillet, toast the chopped almonds over medium heat until golden; set aside.
- In a large saucepan, heat the canola oil over medium heat and stir in the rice to coat.
- Stir in the sugar, milk and nutmeg; cover and bring to a boil.
- Add the raisins, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer about 30 minutes, until most of the milk is absorbed and the rice is tender.
- Stir in the lemon rind.
- Sprinkle with the toasted almonds and serve warm or cold.
Cooking Tips
- Toast the almonds first so they stay crunchy on top
- Coat the rice in the oil before adding liquid
- Keep the heat gentle so the milk doesn't scorch
- Use 1 tsp nutmeg, not a tablespoon, for balance
- Stir in the lemon rind off the heat to keep it bright
Frequently Asked Questions About Decadent Rice Pudding
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1. Why use arborio rice?
Its high starch makes the pudding creamy, the same quality that makes it great for risotto.
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2. Is a tablespoon of nutmeg right?
No — that's a likely typo; 1 teaspoon is the balanced amount.
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3. Can I serve it cold?
Yes — it firms as it cools; loosen with a splash of milk if needed.
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4. Can I swap the raisins?
Dried cranberries, cherries or chopped apricots all work.
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5. What can replace canola oil?
Any neutral oil or a knob of butter to toast the rice.
Cooking Guides & Tips
Decadent Rice Pudding Made Simple
Decadent Rice Pudding earns its name with arborio's built-in creaminess. Unico arborio rice does the work a humble grain can't.