Lemon and Saffron Rice Pudding

© 2020 Tulia

1 min read

Yield: 4-6 servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes 
Recipe Type: Dessert, Easy, Vegan, Gluten-Free 
Cuisine: Middle Eastern 

Ingredients:

  • 3/4 (5 ½oz/150g) cup short grain rice
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 cups plant milk
  • A large pinch saffron threads
  • 1 small cinnamon stick
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons raisins
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 teaspoons orange blossom water (optional)
Drizzle Garnish
  • 1/4 cup toasted almonds or pistachios, chopped