{"id":7636,"date":"2021-01-11T20:04:52","date_gmt":"2021-01-12T01:04:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/diningtraveler.com\/?p=7636"},"modified":"2023-12-22T08:59:47","modified_gmt":"2023-12-22T13:59:47","slug":"recipe-arroz-con-dulce-puerto-rican-style","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/diningtraveler.com\/2021\/01\/recipe-arroz-con-dulce-puerto-rican-style.html","title":{"rendered":"Recipe: Arroz Con Dulce, Puerto Rican Style"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Many cultures have their own versions of rice pudding, Puerto Rico is no different. Arroz con Dulce is a beloved Puerto Rican dessert. Seasoned with spices such as ginger, cloves, and cinnamon, the flavor is like no other rice pudding you’ve tasted. It’s popular during the holidays, but you can find it at panader\u00edas (bakeries) across the island year-round. The Puerto Rican version of arroz con dulce is thicker; you can even eat it with your hands. This consistency allows us to place a portion on a plate or a cute container and give them away as gifts.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Ingredients for Arroz con Dulce<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

My Tia Juanin’s Arroz con Dulce Recipe <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Adapted from my T\u00eda Juanin’s arroz con dulce recipe, this recipe is pretty easy to make. Tia Juanin, my aunt, is my mother’s eldest sister, who is now 90 years old and the matriarch of our family. Her arroz con dulce is the best in the family. When she was younger, my mom would always ask her to make it for family gatherings. She says one of the key tricks to get a delicious arroz con dulce is to add butter at the end for a creamy finish. For those who want to stay vegan, I’ve used Country Crock Plant Butter and it works just fine. It brings the same creaminess as the butter. <\/p>\n\n\n

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How to Make the Arroz con Dulce <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

An essential tip: soak the rice in cold water for at least three hours. This is very important. Soaking the rice will soften it, making it much easier to cook and yield a much better texture for your arroz con dulce. Also, ensure you’re keeping an eye on the rice–it can turn from a smooth mix to a hot mess (literally) in a matter of seconds.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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