This roasted rice drink is traditionally served as a coffee substitute, and it's a fantastic option if you're trying to cut down on caffeine, avoid gluten, or simply enjoy a low-calorie beverage. You'll love this recipe for its simplicity, versatility, and the rich, roasted flavor it brings to your cup.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time5 minutesmins
Total Time15 minutesmins
Course: drink
Cuisine: Filipino
Servings: 2
Calories: 73kcal
Author: Lainey
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Ingredients
For the Rice Coffee:
¼cuporganic riceuncooked
2¼cupswater
For Serving:
3tablespoonsbrown sugar
¼cupplant-based milkoptional
Instructions
Toast the Rice:
Preheat a pan over medium-low heat. Add the rice and continuously stir until the rice turns a deep brown color, almost black.
Immediately turn off the stove and move the pan off the heat to prevent the rice from burning.
Prepare the Coffee (Teakettle Method):
If using a teakettle with an infuser, place the toasted rice in the infuser.
Add boiling water to the kettle and allow the rice to steep for about 5-10 minutes.
Serve (Teakettle Method):
Pour the steeped rice coffee into a cup. Add brown sugar and your favorite plant-based milk, if desired.
Stir well and serve hot.
Alternative Method (Boiling Water):
Bring the water to a rolling boil.
Pour the boiling water into a large cup filled with the toasted rice. Allow the rice to steep for a few minutes.
Strain the rice out, then pour the rice coffee into a large mug.