Rose and Cardamom Rice Pudding
INGREDIENTS
1/4 cup basmati or jasmine rice, rinsed three times and drained
1 cup almond milk (or regular/coconut milk)
1/4 cup coconut water
l/8 teaspoon (or start of with less) ground cardamom
3/4-1 teaspoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon or more rose water
garnish with pistachio and orange zest
METHOD
Place rinsed rice, almond milk, and coconut water in a small pot. Bring to a boil and then lower to a simmer, stirring often.
If it becomes too thick, add more liquid. Cook until rice is tender and creamy.
Add in cardamom, maple syrup, vanilla, and rose water. Taste and adjust.