Baked Rice Pudding: Traditional Turkish Dessert Recipe
Baked pudding, is one of the most popular and traditional desserts of Turkish cuisine. This dessert, which adorns our tables with both its taste and appearance, is especially preferred on special days and holidays. Rice pudding in the oven gains a different flavor and visuality with the top of the rice pudding turning golden brown. In this article, we will share the details, tips and presentation suggestions of making rice pudding in the oven.
Materials
- 1 liter of full-fat milk
- 1 tea glass of rice
- 2 water glass of water
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon starch (corn or wheat starch)
- 1 packet of vanillin (optional)
- 1 egg yolk
How to Make Rice Pudding in the Oven?
Before you start making rice pudding in the oven, it is very important to prepare the necessary ingredients. Here is our step-by-step rice pudding recipe in the oven:
1. Preparation of Rice
Start by washing and draining the rice. Put it in a pot and add 2 cups of water. Boil the rice on low heat until it softens. This step is very important for the rice to cook well and for the rice pudding to have a perfect consistency.
2. Adding Milk and Sugar
After the rice is soft, add 1 liter of whole milk. Stir and bring to a boil. After boiling, add 1 cup of granulated sugar. Continue stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. At this stage, you can adjust the amount of sugar according to your taste to get the sweetness just right.
3. Preparation of Starch Mixture
Dilute 1 tablespoon of starch with 3-4 tablespoons of water in a bowl. Add the starch mixture you have prepared to the boiling rice pudding little by little. This process will allow the rice pudding to gain consistency. Continue cooking, stirring, until you reach a smooth consistency.
4. Adding Vanillin and Egg Yolk
Optionally, add 1 package of vanilla and mix. Vanillin will add a nice aroma to the dessert. In a separate bowl, beat 1 egg yolk. Take a few spoons of the rice pudding and warm the egg yolk. Then add this mixture to the pot and cook for another 2-3 minutes while stirring. The egg yolk helps the rice pudding gain a creamy texture.
5. Baking Process
Divide the rice pudding you have prepared into heat-resistant casserole dishes or oven bowls. Place the casserole dishes in a deep baking tray. Add hot water into the tray until it reaches halfway up the dishes. This method (bain-marie method) will ensure that the rice pudding cooks evenly.
6. Cooking Process
Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C for about 15-20 minutes until the top is golden brown. The top of your rice pudding will be both visually stunning and will enhance its flavor. The cooking time may vary depending on your oven, so be careful.
7. Service Recommendations
After your rice pudding is cooked in the oven, cool it in the refrigerator after it reaches room temperature. You can serve it after it has cooled. Optionally, you can decorate it with cinnamon or coconut and serve it. Rice pudding in the oven will make a perfect pair with a cup of Turkish coffee.
Tips for Baked Rice Pudding
- Rice Selection: Quality and well-cooked rice increases the flavor of the rice pudding.
- Amount of Milk: Using whole milk gives the rice pudding a creamy texture.
- Cooking time: Adjust the cooking time according to your oven's features.
- Cooling Process: It is necessary for the rice pudding to cool in the oven so that its flavor can develop.
Baked rice pudding is not just a dessert, it is also an option that offers a refreshing taste on hot summer days and a warm comfort in winter months. This dessert, which you can enjoy with your family, will be appreciated by everyone. After trying our recipe, don't forget to share this flavor!
