Winter Rice Pudding With Dried Fruits

1. 1

   Soak the rice in a bowl of cold water for at least 2 hours.

2. 2

   Drain well.

3. 3

   Soak the peanuts, pine nuts, and lotus seeds in a separate bowl of cold water for at least 1 hour.

4. 4

   Drain well.

5. 5

   Soak the dried fruits as necessary.

6. 6

   Drain well.

7. 7

   Chop all the large fruits into small pieces.

8. 8

   Bring the water to a boil in a pan, then add the sugar and stir until dissolved.

9. 9

   Add the drained rice, peanuts, pine nuts, lotus seeds, and dried fruits.

10. 10

    Return to a boil.

11. 11

    Reduce heat to very low and simmer, covered, for 1 hour, stirring frequently.

12. 12

    The texture of this dish should be that of a very thick soup.

13. 13

    Simply add more water to create a slightly thinner version.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.