{"id":"sutlac_250a76f773","slug":"sutlac-turkish-rice-pudding","title":"Sütlaç (Turkish Rice Pudding)","description":"A creamy, comforting, and velvety Turkish rice pudding made with simple ingredients, traditionally served chilled with a dusting of cinnamon.","serves":6,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":40,"totalMinutes":50,"activeMinutes":15},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"1/2 cup rice","name":"Rice","quantity":100,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"short-grain","notes":"Baldo or Arborio rice recommended","group":"Pudding Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"2 cups water","name":"Water","quantity":475,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"2","usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"","group":"Pudding Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"1 liter whole milk","name":"Milk","quantity":1,"unit":"l","usQuantity":"4 1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"whole","notes":"","group":"Pudding Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1 cup granulated sugar","name":"Granulated Sugar","quantity":200,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"cup","form":"granulated","notes":"Adjust based on sweetness preference","group":"Pudding Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"2 tablespoons rice flour","name":"Rice Flour","quantity":20,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"2","usUnit":"tbsp","form":"powder","notes":"Can substitute with cornstarch","group":"Thickener","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1 teaspoon vanilla extract","name":"Vanilla Extract","quantity":5,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"tsp","form":"extract","notes":"","group":"Flavoring","optional":true},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"Cinnamon for garnish","name":"Cinnamon","quantity":1,"unit":"pinch","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"pinch","form":"ground","notes":"to taste","group":"Garnish","optional":true}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Wash the rice thoroughly under cold water. Place the rice and 2 cups (475 ml) of water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the rice is very soft and most of the water has been absorbed.","group":"Preparation","title":"Wash the rice thoroughly under cold water","timerMinutes":15,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Add the milk and sugar to the pot with the cooked rice. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent the bottom from scorching.","group":"Cooking","title":"Add the milk and sugar","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"In a small bowl, whisk the rice flour with a few tablespoons of milk (taken from the pot) until smooth. Gradually pour this slurry into the pot while stirring constantly.","group":"Thickening","title":"Whisk the rice flour","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Thickening"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Lower the heat and let the pudding simmer for another 10-15 minutes until it reaches a creamy consistency. Stir in the vanilla extract at the very end.","group":"Finishing","title":"Lower the heat and let the pudding simmer","timerMinutes":15,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Pour the hot pudding into individual bowls. Allow them to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve chilled, sprinkled with ground cinnamon.","group":"Serving","title":"Pour the hot pudding","timerMinutes":120,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"For the best texture, use a short-grain rice like Arborio or Baldo. If you prefer a more 'burnt' top, you can pour the mixture into oven-safe ramekins and broil them for a few minutes to make 'Fırın Sütlaç'.","cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Turkish"]},"course":["dessert"],"cookingMethod":["boil","simmer"],"equipment":["Saucepan","Whisk","Dessert bowls"],"diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free"],"allergens":["milk"],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":6,"unit":"bowl","note":"Standard individual dessert bowls"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"This pudding is best when made a day in advance to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to set perfectly."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in the refrigerator covered with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming, or leave uncovered if you enjoy the traditional skin.","reheatingNotes":"Traditionally served cold; reheating is not recommended as it may alter the texture."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fsutlac_250a76f773%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=0d4901b4-77e2-4594-94bd-853869379517","imageAlt":"Sütlaç (Turkish Rice Pudding) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["rice pudding","turkish","creamy","milk dessert","comfort food","gluten free"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Sütlaç (Turkish Rice Pudding)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T02:02:19.178Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T02:02:19.178Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_7118ab4802","slug":"lemon-mint-juice-limonana","title":"Lemon Mint Juice (Limonana)","description":"A quintessential Mediterranean and Middle Eastern refresher, this vibrant drink perfectly balances tart lemons, cooling fresh mint, and a touch of sweetness.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":10,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Middle Eastern","Levantine"]},"course":["dessert"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_7118ab4802%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=abf73a52-7932-4dea-82b6-3486a9e6b6ea","imageAlt":"Lemon Mint Juice (Limonana) — recipe cover","tags":["refreshing","mint","lemonade","cold-drink","summer","citrus"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":5,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_05b3803820","slug":"yogurt-with-honey","title":"Yogurt with Honey","description":"A creamy and nutritious Mediterranean staple featuring thick Greek yogurt drizzled with golden honey and topped with crunchy walnuts.","serves":1,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":5,"activeMinutes":5},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Greek"]},"course":["main","dessert"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free","high_protein","mediterranean"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_05b3803820%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=d3ada203-2be2-41f4-b9ee-23856051fabb","imageAlt":"Yogurt with Honey — recipe cover","tags":["healthy","high protein","quick","mediterranean diet","vegetarian"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":4,"stepCount":3},{"id":"recipe_df33fac33f","slug":"basbousa","title":"Basbousa with Orange Blossom Syrup","description":"A traditional Mediterranean semolina cake soaked in aromatic syrup, known for its moist, grainy texture and sweet floral notes.","serves":12,"time":{"prepMinutes":20,"cookMinutes":40,"totalMinutes":105,"activeMinutes":45},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Egyptian","Levantine"]},"course":["dessert"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_df33fac33f%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=4671c365-003f-4487-8802-e08193fc80e9","imageAlt":"Basbousa with Orange Blossom Syrup — recipe cover","tags":["semolina","cake","syrup","middle eastern","sweet","floral"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":11,"stepCount":7}]}