Sutlijash

Sutlijash

Сутлијаш (soot-lee-YASH)

Rice Pudding

Prep Time 5 min
📈 Difficulty Easy
👥 Servings
4
🔥 Calories 259 kcal

A creamy, slow-cooked rice pudding perfumed with vanilla and dusted with cinnamon, served warm or chilled.

Nutrition & Info

260 kcal per serving
Protein 7.0g
Carbs 42.0g
Fat 7.0g
Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

vegetarian gluten-free nut-free

Allergen Warnings

⚠ dairy

Equipment Needed

heavy saucepan wooden spoon

Presentation Guide

Vessel: individual ceramic ramekins

Garnishes: cinnamon, crushed pistachios

Accompaniments: Turkish coffee

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse rice and boil in 200ml water until water is absorbed.

  2. 2

    Add milk and bring to a gentle simmer.

  3. 3

    Cook on low heat 30-35 min, stirring frequently, until thick and creamy.

  4. 4

    Stir in sugar, vanilla, and salt.

  5. 5

    Pour into serving bowls. Dust with cinnamon.

  6. 6

    Serve warm or refrigerate and serve cold.

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Did You Know?

Macedonian grandmothers test sutlijash doneness by whether the spoon leaves a clear trail when dragged across the bottom of the pot.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

  • heavy saucepan
  • wooden spoon

Garnishing

cinnamon, crushed pistachios

Accompaniments

Turkish coffee

The Story Behind Sutlijash

Sutlijash is the Macedonian name for the rice pudding found across the former Ottoman world, from Turkey's sütlaç to the Levant's riz bi haleeb. In Macedonia, it remains a cherished comfort dessert made in nearly every household.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed dessert or afternoon sweet 📜 Origins: Ottoman era

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