Vegan Herbal Horchata with Fresh Herbs
Total time8 hr 10 min
Prep time10 min
Cook time0 min
4.5(14)
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4 servings
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 4 cups water, divided
- 1 cinnamon stick
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar, or to taste
- ½ cup whole milk
Chef's tipUse the same amount of soy milk as regular milk. It's one of the most reliable milk swaps and works in almost any recipe, including sauces, custards, and baked goods. In cold drinks or uncooked dishes you may notice a mild soy flavor. - ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, loosely packed
For serving
- ice, for serving
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the rice, cinnamon stick, and 2 cups of the water in a large bowl. Cover and let soak at room temperature for at least 8 hours or overnight, until the rice is fully softened and the water is lightly cloudy.
- 2
Discard the cinnamon stick. Transfer the soaked rice and its soaking water to a blender. Blend on high for 2 minutes, until the mixture is as smooth as possible and looks uniformly milky.
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