Riz Bi Haleeb (lebanese Rice Pudding)

Riz Bi Haleeb is a traditional Lebanese rice pudding that is creamy, comforting, and delicately flavored with rose water and orange blossom water.

Riz Bi Haleeb (lebanese Rice Pudding)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup rice
  • 4 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon rose water
  • 1 teaspoon orange blossom water
  • Ground cinnamon, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a pot, combine the rice and milk. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Add the sugar, rose water, and orange blossom water. Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes until the mixture thickens.
  3. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Serve the rice pudding in individual bowls, garnished with ground cinnamon.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
200 per serving
Carbohydrates
40g
Fat
3g
Protein
5g

Supplies

Pot Serving bowls Spoon

Tools

Stove

Serving suggestions

Riz Bi Haleeb can be served warm or chilled. It pairs well with a sprinkle of crushed pistachios or a drizzle of honey.

Tips & tricks

Be sure to stir the rice pudding frequently to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot.

Cost

$5