Horchata

Étapes6

1. 1

   Étape 1. Toast the rice

   Add the long grain white rice and broken cinnamon sticks to a pan and stir over medium heat until the rice turns golden.

   riz blancbâton de cannelle
2. 2

   Étape 2. Toast the almonds

   Add the slivered almonds and keep toasting until everything starts to smell nutty.

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3. 3

   Étape 3. Soak the mixture

   Transfer the toasted mixture to a bowl, add four cups of water and one star anise, cover and let rest at room temperature for a few hours or in the fridge overnight.

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4. 4

   Étape 4. Blend until smooth

   Add everything to a blender and blend on high until smooth and milky.

5. 5

   Étape 5. Strain through cheesecloth

   Line a strainer with a few layers of cheesecloth, pour the blended mixture through, and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.

6. 6

   Étape 6. Finish and serve

   Add two more cups of water, the sweetened condensed milk, a pinch of vanilla extract and a touch of salt, then pour over ice.

   The source also allows sugar in place of the sweetened condensed milk.

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