Horchata (Diet)
Recipe: #4510
February 04, 2012
Categories: Beverages, Non-Alcoholic, Mexican, 5 Ingredients Or Less, Cinco de Mayo, Picnic Potluck, Fat Free, Low Calorie, Vegetarian, more
"It's so easy to and inexpensive to make homemade Horchata! I usually make a diet version of this, and I double it to make a gallon. I've also thought of putting a little honey in it, but haven't tried it yet. This tastes so much better than the 'fountain' version. Kids and adults all love it. Oh yeah, and if you didn't know...don't pronounce the "H" or Spanish speakers will laugh at you. "
Original is 7 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (403.3 g)
- Calories 325.7
- Total Fat - 2.1 g
- Saturated Fat - 0.5 g
- Cholesterol - 32 mg
- Sodium - 801.5 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 57 g
- Dietary Fiber - 0.5 g
- Sugars - 25.5 g
- Protein - 17.2 g
- Calcium - 40.8 mg
- Iron - 2.2 mg
- Vitamin C - 0.3 mg
- Thiamin - 0.3 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
In a blender, blend rice and water in batches until the rice is chopped up, and the water is white. Pour rice and water into a 2 quart container and let sit 4 hours to overnight. Shake or stir it every so often if you're able to.
Step 2
Strain the rice/water mix through a fine sieve, cheesecloth or clean pantyhose. Pour strained water into a 2 quart pitcher. Discard rice or cook for another use.
Step 3
Stir in remaining ingredients. *I've thought of heating some water, honey and cinnamon together before stirring it in but haven't tried it yet.
Step 4
Serve over ice. It's best chilled before serving for the cinnamon to blend in and infuse it. Stir or shake before each serving. Enjoy!
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- Be sure to use uncooked white rice for this recipe.
- You can adjust the amount of sweetener to your preference. Try using a combination of Splenda and sugar, or experiment with honey.
- Instead of white rice, use quinoa. Quinoa is a great alternative to rice as it is a complete protein, meaning it contains all essential amino acids. This makes it a great choice for vegan and vegetarian diets.
- Instead of Splenda granular or sugar, use maple syrup. Maple syrup is a natural sweetener and adds a unique flavor to the Horchata. It also has a lower glycemic index than sugar, making it a healthier alternative.
Coconut Horchata Replace the evaporated milk with the same amount of coconut milk and add 1/4 cup of shredded coconut. Heat the coconut milk and shredded coconut together before stirring it in with the other ingredients.
Vanilla Horchata Replace the evaporated milk with the same amount of vanilla almond milk and add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Heat the almond milk and vanilla extract together before stirring it in with the other ingredients.
Mexican Street Corn: Mexican Street Corn is the perfect accompaniment to Horchata! This savory and slightly spicy dish is a great contrast to the sweet and creamy Horchata. The combination of flavors is a surefire hit for any party!
Chile Relleno: Chile Relleno is the perfect complement to Mexican Street Corn and Horchata. The mild, flavorful chile is stuffed with cheese and fried in a light batter, creating a delicious contrast to the spicy corn and sweet Horchata. It's sure to be a hit with any crowd!
FAQ
Q: How do I make the Horchata diet version?
A: To make the diet version of Horchata, use Splenda granular or sugar, or a combination of both. You can also try using honey. Combine the ingredients in a blender, strain the mix, then stir in the remaining ingredients. Serve over ice and enjoy!
Q: Does Horchata contain dairy?
A: No, Horchata does not contain dairy. It is usually made with rice, almonds, cinnamon, and sugar. Some recipes may also include other ingredients such as vanilla or coconut.
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The traditional Mexican drink 'Horchata' is made from ground almonds, sesame seeds, rice, barley, and tigernuts. It was a popular drink among Aztec and Mayan cultures.
Horchata was made famous in the United States when a popular band, Vampire Weekend, released a song called 'Horchata' in 2009. The song was an instant hit and is still popular today.