Silky Egyptian Roz Bel Laban with Cinnamon and Nutmeg
Creamy Rice Pudding with a Middle Eastern Twist
Indulge in the creamy richness of Roz Bel Laban, a classic Egyptian dessert, enhanced with the warm flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg.
- 1 h 10 min
- 4
- Easy
Ingredients
For the Rice Pudding
For the Flavoring
For the Garnish
For the Topping
Preparation
Cooking the Rice
Combine Rice and Water
Combine the rice and water in a large saucepan.
Bring to a Boil
Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat to low.
Cover and Simmer
Cover and simmer for 15 minutes until the rice is tender and water is absorbed.
Preparing the Pudding Mixture
Add Milk and Sweeteners
Add milk, sugar, and salt to the cooked rice.
Cook Until Thick
Stir continuously and cook over medium heat until the mixture thickens, about 20 minutes.
Avoid boiling the milk too rapidly to prevent scorching. Pro Tip: Stir frequently to ensure an ultra-smooth texture.
Stir in Flavorings
Stir in vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Cooking Process
Simmering Process
After adding milk, cook gently, stirring consistently until creamy.
Flavor Infusion
Once the pudding starts thickening, introduce the spices to meld the flavors.
Final Touches
Stir in the raisins right after removing from heat for plumpness.
Timing
Cooking Rice: 15 min; Thickening Pudding: 20 min.
Heat Guide
Simmering Rice: Low; Cooking Pudding: Medium.
Plating & Serving
Silky Egyptian Roz Bel Laban with Cinnamon and Nutmeg
Silky Egyptian Roz Bel Laban with Cinnamon and Nutmeg
Plating & Serving
Spoon the rice pudding into small bowls, sprinkle with additional cinnamon, and top with freshly grated nutmeg.