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Nutritional Values
600kcal
10gProtein
75gCarbs
30gFat
4gFibre
300 gServing
* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.
Allergens
🥛 Dairy
🥜 Nuts
Christmas Rice Pudding
How to order / say it
Say it
Risalamande — [REE-sa-la-man-deh]
Order
I'd like the risalamande, please.
Locally
Jeg vil gerne have risalamande, tak.
Say locally
A creamy rice pudding served with warm cherry sauce.
Why try it?
This dish is a cherished Christmas tradition in Denmark, embodying conviviality and the Danish spirit of 'hygge,' making it essential for understanding Danish holiday customs.
How it tastes
Rich and sweet with a smooth, creamy texture, the pudding is beautifully contrasted by the tart cherry sauce. Flavors of vanilla and almonds add depth and comfort, making each spoonful indulgent.
Origin & History — first documented: 1900
Riisalamande was created in the early 20th century, becoming a popular end to the traditional Danish Christmas meal. A highlight of festive gatherings, it reflects the historical fusion of French culinary influence with local tradition.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 150 g rice
- 🥛 500 ml milk
- 🥜 50 g almonds
- 🧂 1 pod vanilla
- 🥛 200 ml cream
- 200 g cherries
Method
- 1 Cook rice in milk with vanilla until creamy.
- 2 Fold in chopped almonds and whipped cream.
- 3 Heat cherries with sugar to make sauce.
- 4 Serve rice pudding with warm cherry sauce.
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