Luxurious White Wine Rice Pudding
Indulge in the decadent experience of Luxurious White Wine Rice Pudding, a delightful twist on the classic Middle Eastern dessert known as Sutlach Sharapli. This recipe, inspired by Irfan Orga's culinary expertise, blends the creamy richness of rice pudding with the sophisticated notes of dry white wine and the sweetness of raisins. Though it may require a bit of time and effort, the reward is a sumptuous dessert that serves perfectly as a comforting finish to any meal or as a sweet treat to share with loved ones. With each spoonful, enjoy the harmonious combination of flavors and textures—silky rice, creamy layers, and a sweetly aromatic syrup that elevates this dish to a new level of culinary delight.
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Servings
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Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
white rice
1/2 cup (uncooked and rinsed)
milk
1 1/4 cups
light cream
1 1/4 cups
butter
2 tablespoons (softened)
raisins
3/4 cup
fine sugar
3 tablespoons
salt
1 pinch
eggs
2 (lightly beaten)
almonds
3/4 cup (blanched and ground)
granulated sugar
3/4 cup
dry white wine
2/3 cup
heavy cream
1 cup (whipped for serving)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
2
In a large saucepan, place the rinsed white rice and cover it with plenty of water. Bring to a boil and cook until the rice is very soft, then drain well through a fine sieve and return the rice to the pan.
3
Add the milk, light cream, butter, raisins, fine sugar, and a pinch of salt to the rice. Stir gently to combine.
4
Cook the mixture over medium heat until it becomes quite thick, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Once thickened, remove from heat and let the mixture cool for about 10-15 minutes.
5
Once cooled, stir in the lightly beaten eggs and ground almonds until well incorporated.
6
Pour the pudding mixture into a well-buttered shallow baking dish, smoothing the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
7
After baking, remove the pudding from the oven and allow it to rest for 10 minutes. Using a very sharp knife, carefully cut the pudding into triangular shapes while still in the baking dish, then allow it to cool completely.
8
In a separate heavy saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and dry white wine. Bring to a boil, stirring continuously until the sugar dissolves and the mixture reduces to a thick syrup, approximately 10 minutes.
9
Drizzle the syrup over the cooled rice pudding triangles, ensuring each piece is well coated and allowing it to absorb the flavor.
10
Cover and chill the dish in the refrigerator until completely cold.
11
Serve with a dollop of whipped cream for an exquisite finish.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luxurious White Wine Rice Pudding?
It is a sophisticated twist on the Middle Eastern dessert Sutlach Sharapli, combining creamy rice with white wine syrup and raisins.
What is the traditional name for this dish?
This dish is traditionally known as Sutlach Sharapli.
Who inspired this specific rice pudding recipe?
This recipe is inspired by the culinary expertise of Irfan Orga.
What type of rice should be used for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of uncooked white rice that has been rinsed.
How is the rice initially prepared?
The rice is boiled in plenty of water until very soft, then drained through a fine sieve before being returned to the pan.
What dairy ingredients are required?
The pudding requires milk, light cream, softened butter, and heavy cream for the whipped topping.
What kind of wine is recommended for the syrup?
A dry white wine is used to create the signature syrup for this dessert.
Why are ground almonds included in the recipe?
Blanched and ground almonds are added to the mixture to provide a rich texture and nutty flavor.
How many eggs are used in the pudding?
The recipe uses two lightly beaten eggs which are incorporated after the rice mixture has cooled.
What is the purpose of waiting 10-15 minutes before adding eggs?
Cooling the mixture prevents the eggs from scrambling when they are stirred into the warm pudding.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (180°C).
How long does the pudding need to bake?
It should be baked for 30 minutes or until the top becomes golden brown.
How do you prepare the wine syrup?
Combine granulated sugar and dry white wine in a heavy saucepan, bring to a boil, and stir until it reduces to a thick syrup.
How long does it take for the syrup to thicken?
It takes approximately 10 minutes of boiling and stirring for the syrup to reach the desired thickness.
How should the pudding be cut after baking?
While still in the baking dish and after resting for 10 minutes, the pudding should be cut into triangular shapes using a sharp knife.
When should the wine syrup be applied?
The syrup should be drizzled over the rice pudding triangles after they have cooled completely.
Is this dessert served warm or cold?
This dessert is chilled in the refrigerator and served completely cold.
What is the recommended serving garnish?
The dish should be served with a dollop of whipped heavy cream for an exquisite finish.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 12 specific ingredients required to make this Luxurious White Wine Rice Pudding.
Can I use granulated sugar in the pudding mixture?
The pudding mixture uses fine sugar, while the granulated sugar is reserved for the white wine syrup.
Should the baking dish be prepared in any specific way?
Yes, you should use a well-buttered shallow baking dish to prevent sticking and add flavor.
How much wine is needed for the syrup?
The recipe requires 2/3 cup of dry white wine.
Does the recipe include any fruit?
Yes, the recipe includes 3/4 cup of raisins which are cooked directly into the pudding mixture.
How do you ensure the pudding doesn't burn on the stove?
The mixture should be stirred frequently over medium heat until it becomes quite thick.
Is there salt in this dessert?
Yes, a pinch of salt is added to the rice and dairy mixture to enhance the flavors.
How do you finish the top of the pudding before baking?
After pouring the mixture into the dish, you should smooth the top before placing it in the oven.
What is the texture of the finished pudding?
The pudding features silky rice and creamy layers with a sweet aromatic syrup coating.
How should the pudding be stored before serving?
The dish should be covered and chilled in the refrigerator until it is completely cold.
What category of food does this recipe fall into?
It is categorized as a Middle Eastern comfort food and a celebratory dessert.
Can this be prepared quickly?
While it requires some time for boiling, baking, and chilling, the result is a decadent and rewarding culinary experience.