🍚 Rizskoch (Hungarian Rice Cake)

Ingredients:

For the Rice Pudding:

  • 1 cup short-grain rice
  • 4 cups milk
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt

For the Custard & Topping:

  • 3 eggs
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 tbsp flour or cornstarch
  • 1 cup milk
  • Ground cinnamon or powdered sugar (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Cook the Rice:
    • In a saucepan, combine rice, milk, sugar, and salt.
    • Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the rice is soft and creamy.
    • Stir in vanilla and let cool slightly.
  2. Prepare the Custard:
    • In a bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, flour/cornstarch, and milk until smooth.
    • Slowly add to the warm rice mixture while stirring constantly.
    • Cook gently until the mixture thickens slightly.
  3. Assemble the Cake:
    • Pour the rice custard into a greased baking dish.
    • Smooth the top with a spatula.
  4. Bake:
    • Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
    • Bake 25–30 minutes until set and lightly golden on top.
  5. Serve:
    • Let cool, then sprinkle with cinnamon or powdered sugar if desired.
    • Cut into squares or slices and enjoy!

If you want, I can also make a longer, step-by-step version with tips for creamy texture and perfect sliceable consistency. Do you want me to do that?

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