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Sütlaç
Simmer the rice in the water for 15 minutes, stirring now and then, until the grains are soft and most of the water has gone.
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How long does Sütlaç take?
5 hr 10 min all in — 10 min prep, 1 hr cook, 4 hr rest. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 6 dishes. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Easy.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Milk. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Nut-free.
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What does it cost to cook?
Cheap night — about Under $8 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Saucepan, Baking tray, Oven.
How much salt do I put in?
This recipe does not list a salt amount. We will not invent one.
How much sugar?
150 g of Sugar.
What can I use instead?
Rice flour → Cornflour. Same amount. A little glossier and slightly less milky.
What should I watch for?
Milk scorches quickly. Keep the heat moderate and scrape the bottom of the pan as you stir.
Any tips from this recipe?
It will look too thin going into the dishes. It sets as it chills. Use whole milk. Low-fat milk gives a thin pudding that will not brown well. Long-grain rice does not release enough starch; use pudding rice, baldo or another short grain.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.