A toasty, smoky beverage made by boiling water in the pot where rice has been cooked until a crust forms, producing a nutty, comforting drink.
Nutrition & Info
Equipment Needed
Presentation Guide
Vessel: ceramic cup
Accompaniments: any meal
Instructions
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After serving rice, leave the crusty layer stuck to the pot.
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Add water to the pot with the rice crust.
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Bring to a boil and simmer 5-10 min, scraping the crust gently.
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4
Strain if desired, or serve with some rice bits.
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5
Drink hot or at room temperature.
Did You Know?
Ranovola is the traditional Malagasy beverage, drunk more frequently than tea or coffee in many rural areas.
Chef's Notes
Equipment Tips
- rice pot
- ladle
- cups
Accompaniments
any meal
The Story Behind Ranovola
Ranovola is perhaps the most uniquely Malagasy beverage, born from the practical wisdom of wasting nothing. Before tea and coffee were available on the island, this toasted rice water was the primary hot drink, and it remains beloved for its gentle, nutty warmth.
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