Five simple ingredients, one delicious drink. A Costa Rican-inspired twist on the classic rice beverage, this satisfying summer treat makes use of every juicy part of the pineapple — right down to the core.
Ingredients
- 1 pineapple
- 5 cups water
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 cinnamon stick
- Sugar, to taste
Preparation
- Peel and core the pineapple. (Reserve the flesh for garnish and snacking.)
- Place rice, cinnamon stick, pineapple peels and core in a pot with the water. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 25 minutes.
- Remove the cinnamon stick, peel and pineapple core.
- Blend in a blender or with an immersion blender. Strain if you want a smoother texture.
- Add sugar and water, if needed, for taste and consistency.
- Garnish with sliced pineapple pieces.
Yield: 4 glasses
View the original recipe on the Blue Zones site.
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