arroz con leche de coco (coconut rice pudding)

2/3 cup long-grain white rice (basmati or jasmine)

1 3/4 cup almond milk

zest of 1 lemon or orange
1/4 tsp ground cloves
1/2 tsp cinnamon
a big pinch of allspice/nutmeg

1 1/2 cup coconut milk

1/2 cup agave or 2/3 cup sugar

2 tsp vanilla

1/2 tsp salt
1 tbs dark rum
optional: 1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup lightly toasted grated coconut


Bring rice, almond milk, and spices to a boil, cover, and simemr 15 minutes. Add coconut milk, agave, vanilla, salt, and raisins if using. Bring mixture to a boil, lower heat, and simmer 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and cool 10 minutes. Garnish with cinnamon and coconut.