A thick, creamy, ice-cold rice drink blended with condensed milk, vanilla, and cinnamon — Venezuela's beloved street refreshment.
Ingredients
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1 cup white rice, soaked 4 hours or overnight
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1 can (400g) condensed milk
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3 cups whole milk
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1 cup water
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
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Crushed ice
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Ground cinnamon for garnish
Instructions
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1
Cook soaked rice in water until very soft and overcooked. Let cool.
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2
Blend cooked rice with condensed milk, whole milk, vanilla, and cinnamon until very smooth.
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3
Strain through a fine mesh strainer for silky texture (optional — some prefer it thick).
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4
Chill thoroughly in the refrigerator.
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5
Serve over crushed ice in tall glasses with a dusting of cinnamon.
Did You Know?
Chicha vendors in Caracas are called "chicheros" and their carts are painted in distinctive colors — each neighborhood has its legendary chichero.