Lebanese Rose Water Rice Pudding with Loukoum

Name: Lebanese Rose Water Rice Pudding with Loukoum
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: 1 cup short-grain rice; 4 cups whole milk; 1 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 tsp rose water; 1/4 tsp salt; 1 cup unsweetened pomegranate juice; 1 1/2 cups sugar; 1/4 cup cornstarch; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1/2 tsp rose water; 1/4 cup powdered sugar

A fragrant and creamy Middle Eastern dessert

This luscious rice pudding, infused with aromatic rose water, is beautifully paired with delightful loukoum (Turkish delight) pieces for an exotic twist on a classic.

1 h 30 min
6
Easy

Ingredients

For the Rice Pudding

1 cup short-grain rice

rinsed

4 cups whole milk

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 cup sugar

1 tsp rose water

1/4 tsp salt

For the Loukoum

1 cup unsweetened pomegranate juice

1 1/2 cups sugar

1/4 cup cornstarch

1 tbsp lemon juice

1/2 tsp rose water

1/4 cup powdered sugar

for dusting

Preparation

Preparing the Rice Pudding

Combine Ingredients

Combine rice, milk, and cream in a large saucepan.

Cook and Thicken

Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently until the rice is tender and the mixture thickens, about 45 minutes.

Do not let the rice pudding boil at any point to prevent curdling.

Add Flavorings

Stir in the sugar, rose water, and salt, and remove from heat.

Use high-quality rose water for the most authentic and flavorful experience.

Preparing the Loukoum

Mix Ingredients

Mix pomegranate juice, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice in a saucepan.

Cook and Thicken

Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and becomes exceedingly sticky, about 10 minutes.

Finish and Cool

Stir in rose water, pour into a greased dish, and let it cool before cutting into small pieces and dusting with powdered sugar.

Allow the loukoum to cool completely before cutting to ensure it holds its shape.

Cooking Process

Rice Pudding Simmering

Stir the mixture often to avoid sticking.

Loukoum Thickening

Constant stirring ensures a smooth and sticky consistency.

Cooling Phase

Let both components cool fully for best texture.

Plating & Serving