📍 Avdiivka, Donetsk Region⏱ 65 min🍽 Serves: 4vegetarian

Avdiivka Rice Pudding

A family tradition of celebration and remembrance.

Where it comes from

Donetsk Oblast

History

Avdiivka’s rice dish has festive and commemorative meanings. Its tradition is tied to local families, including people displaced by the war who continue to preserve their knowledge.

Today

This is a home adaptation of sweet rice pudding with milk, butter, and eggs. Family ritual practices differ.

Ingredients

• 200 g short-grain rice
• 600 ml milk
• 300 ml water
• 2 eggs
• 80 g butter
• 70 g sugar

Method

1. Rinse rice and simmer in the water for 10 minutes.
2. Add hot milk and simmer for 20–25 minutes more, stirring, until tender.
3. Stir in butter and sugar.
4. Remove from heat and cool slightly, then mix in beaten eggs.
5. Transfer to a baking dish and bake at 320°F (160°C) for about 20 minutes, until set and the center reaches 165°F (74°C).

How to serve

Serve small warm portions, respecting the occasion and family customs.

Sources

• Cultural background

Check ingredients for allergens. Times and amounts are approximate.