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Rice with raisins in a lemon-cinnamon note (Easter side dish)

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Delicate, slightly sweet rice with raisins is a classic addition to the Easter table, refreshed with lemon zest and a warm hint of cinnamon. The dish combines the creamy texture of rice cooked in milk with soft, sweet raisins that have been soaked beforehand — making it noble and delicate in flavor, yet simple to prepare. Serve as a side dish to roasted meats (ham, turkey, duck) or as a sweeter element of the Easter breakfast. Visually, it attracts with a bright, creamy color contrasted by golden raisins and a green-yellow accent of lemon zest.

Ingredients Used

Ingredients (10)

Servings:
4
  • Rice 300 g
  • Raisin 80 g
  • Milk 300 ml
  • Water 400 ml
  • Sugar 40 g
  • Butter 40 g
  • Lemon 1.3 szt. (~100 g)
  • 🌿 Przyprawy
  • Salt 2 g
  • Cinnamon 2 g
  • ✨ Opcjonalne
  • Rum 10 g
💰 Szacowany koszt dania: ~15.17 PLN (3.79 PLN/porcję)

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Preparation steps

Preparation of ingredients

1

Weigh all the ingredients according to the list. Rinse the raisins with boiling water in a sieve, pour 80 ml of hot water (or 10 ml of rum + 70 ml of water) over them, and set aside for 10–15 minutes to soften and swell. In the meantime, grate a thin layer of yellow zest from the lemon (only the outer part, avoiding the white part) using a fine grater or microplane and set aside.

Ingredients: Raisin, Rum, Lemon, Water
Use a small sieve to rinse the raisins, a measuring cup for liquids, and a grater for the greens. Soaking the raisins in alcohol is optional — if you are making the dish for children, use only hot water.

Preparing the rice

2

Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold running water in a sieve, shaking the sieve until the water runs clear (about 1–2 minutes). Transfer the rinsed rice to a medium saucepan with a thick bottom. Pour in 300 ml of milk and 400 ml of water, add 2 g of salt, and stir with a wooden spoon to evenly distribute the rice on the bottom.

Ingredients: Rice, Milk, Water, Salt
Use a pot with a diameter of 18–20 cm with a thick bottom to distribute heat evenly. Rinsing thoroughly removes excess starch — this way the rice won't be sticky at the beginning.

Cooking rice

3

Place a pot over high heat and bring to a boil uncovered (this will take about 5–7 minutes). Once the mixture starts to boil, stir once, reduce the heat to the lowest flame, and cover the pot with a tight lid. Cook for 15–18 minutes on very low heat — do not uncover the pot during this time. After 15 minutes, remove the lid and check the grains: they should be soft but not mushy; if bubbling liquid is still visible, cook for another 2–3 minutes.

Ingredients: Rice, Milk, Water
Keep the heat very low – if the flame is too high, the milk will boil over. If you have an electric stove, after bringing it to a boil, you can remove the pot from the heat and leave it covered for 18–20 minutes (the "steaming" method).

Finishing

4

When the rice is soft and most of the liquid has been absorbed, remove the pot from the heat. Add butter (40 g), sugar (40 g), grated lemon zest, and 2 g of cinnamon. Drain the raisins from the liquid and gently fold them into the rice. Stir with a spatula or fork using gentle motions so that the rice remains fluffy and does not break apart — mix for 10–15 seconds until a uniform consistency is achieved.

Ingredients: Butter, Sugar, Lemon, Cinnamon, Raisin, Rum
Use a wooden spoon or silicone spatula; do not use a mixer, as the rice will become sticky. Additionally, you can add 10 ml of rum (optional) for a deeper aroma — pour the rum over the drained raisins before mixing in.

Resting and Serving

5

Cover the pot again and let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to slightly 'mature'. Before serving, fluff the rice with a fork — gentle strokes will separate the grains and give it a light texture. Transfer to a warm bowl or serving platter. Optionally, sprinkle with a bit of cinnamon and additional lemon zest.

Ingredients: Cinnamon, Lemon, Butter
A wide serving bowl is great — the rice will retain its temperature and be presented nicely. Do not mix vigorously to avoid stickiness.

Fun Fact

💡

Easter tables in different regions of Poland often combine sweet and savory flavors — rice with raisins is sometimes served alongside roasted ham or white sausage, as a contrasting flavor accent.

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Tips

🍽️ Serving

Serve the rice hot as a side dish to roasted meats (ham, turkey, duck). For a sweet option — as a delicate dessert with a touch of 18% sour cream or natural yogurt. For a festive effect, garnish with fresh lemon zest and a few whole raisins.

🥡 Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours. To reheat, add 1–2 tablespoons of milk and heat over low heat, stirring to restore the creamy consistency. Do not reheat multiple times.

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