Description
Champorado is a traditional Filipino sweet chocolate rice porridge made with glutinous rice and cocoa powder, simmered to a thick, creamy consistency and served warm with a topping of evaporated milk. This comforting breakfast or snack is rich, velvety, and perfect for cozy moments.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup glutinous/sticky rice
- 1/2 cup sugar (add more if needed)
- 12 fluid ounces (1 can) evaporated milk
Instructions
- Boil the rice: In a pot over high heat, bring 3 cups of water to a boil. Add the glutinous rice and let it cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the cocoa mixture: Dissolve the cocoa powder in 1 cup of warm water, making sure there are no lumps. Pour this cocoa mixture into the pot with the rice and continue cooking until the mixture thickens.
- Simmer and sweeten: Turn the heat to medium-low and add the sugar, stirring occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom. Add more water if the mixture becomes too thick before the rice is fully cooked.
- Finish cooking: Remove from heat once the glutinous rice is tender and the porridge reaches your desired consistency. Keep in mind the rice will continue to swell and absorb liquid even after cooking.
- Serve: Ladle the champorado into bowls and top with evaporated milk before serving for a creamy, rich finish.
Notes
- Adjust sugar quantity to preference for desired sweetness.
- If the champorado becomes too thick, add a little more water to loosen it while cooking.
- Use glutinous rice for its sticky, creamy texture essential to authentic champorado.
- Evaporated milk adds a rich creaminess; you can substitute with coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
- Stir often to prevent burning or sticking to the pot.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Filipino
Keywords: Champorado, Filipino chocolate rice porridge, sweet rice porridge, glutinous rice dessert, Filipino breakfast, chocolate rice pudding
