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Low-Carb Rice Pudding

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I adore rice pudding. In fact, it was one of the very first things that I learned to cook when I was a teenager. There is something so comforting about the combination of silky baked custard and delicate little pearls of rice, gently fragranced with vanilla and nutmeg. It's perfect for healthy breakfast and as a dessert.

Well, I tried to recreate a baked rice pudding, and I tried, and I tried. Let me tell you, there was nothing comforting about the horrors that I somehow managed to create.

So, I took all of the best parts and created my own version of a keto rice pudding. Rich and creamy low-carb custard gently surround grains of shirataki (konjak) rice in such a soft and delicious keto dessert that I felt 13 again. Enjoy!

Can I Make Nut-Free Keto Rice Pudding?

Sure! Simply swap the macadamia milk for coconut milk (will be more creamy as it contains more fat) or any seed milk such as poppyseed or hemp seed milk. You can find a guide on how to make your own nut or seed milk here.

How to Make Super Creamy Low-Carb Rice Pudding

Different variations of rice pudding are found in  nearly every area of the world. Traditional rice pudding is usually made with rice, sweetener and milk, sometimes with the addition of eggs. Other commonly used ingredients are vanilla, nutmeg, cinnamon, cardamom, rose water and orange zest.

What makes our low-carb rice pudding thick? It's the egg yolks and the addition of xanthan gum which perfectly replaces the rice starches. Instead of xanthan gum, you can use guar gum or glucomannan powder (konjak powder, the same ingredient that makes konjak/shirataki rice). If you want to avoid thickeners altogether, you can simply add two more egg yolks.

Hands-on Overall

Serving size about 150 g/ 5.3 oz

Allergy information for Low-Carb Rice Pudding

✔  Gluten free
✔  Dairy free
✔  Nut free
✔  Nightshade free
✔  Avocado free
✔  Coconut free
✔  Fish free
✔  Shellfish free
✔  Beef free
Pescatarian
Vegetarian

Notes

  • Recipe can be made dairy-free or coconut-free.

Nutritional values (per serving, about 150 g/ 5.3 oz)

Net carbs3.7 grams
Protein4 grams
Fat27.8 grams
Calories288 kcal
Calories from carbs 5%, protein 6%, fat 89%
Total carbs5.1 gramsFiber1.3 gramsSugars2.3 gramsSaturated fat16.2 gramsSodium46 mg(2% RDA)Magnesium9 mg(2% RDA)Potassium111 mg(6% EMR)

Ingredients (makes 4 servings)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the shirataki (konjak) rice according to packet instructions: Drain and place in a sauce pan filled with water. Boil for 2-3 minutes, and pour through a fine mesh sieve to drain. Set aside. Low-Carb Rice Pudding
  2. Place the nut milk, cream and vanilla in a small saucepan and heat over med heat until very hot, but not boiling.
  3. Meanwhile, combine egg yolks, erythritol and xanthan gum in a large mixing bowl and whisk well until smooth and well combined.
    Low-Carb Rice Pudding
  4. Take the hot milk and add a very small amount (1/8 cup) at a time to the egg yolks, whisking well in-between.
    Low-Carb Rice Pudding
  5. Once all of the milk is combined with the egg yolks, pour the mixture back into the saucepan and heat again until the custard is thick and creamy. Add the shirataki rice and stir through.
    Low-Carb Rice Pudding
  6. Optionally, serve with a sprinkle of nutmeg. This low-carb rice pudding can be served warm (my favourite) or cold. Once cold, the custard will be set. You can add flavours to this as you like; orange zest is lovely, as is cinnamon. Store well-covered, in a container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Low-Carb Rice Pudding

Ingredient nutritional breakdown (per serving, about 150 g/ 5.3 oz)

Net carbsProteinFatCalories
Shirataki rice, konjac rice
0.8 g0 g0.1 g2 kcal
Almond milk natural (unsweetened)
0.1 g0.2 g0.4 g4 kcal
Cream, heavy whipping, pouring, full-fat (30-40% fat)
1.6 g1.1 g22.8 g220 kcal
Vanilla extract, sugar-free, alcohol-based
0 g0 g0 g2 kcal
Xanthan gum, thickening agent
0 g0 g0 g2 kcal
Egg yolk, fresh
0.6 g2.7 g4.5 g55 kcal
Erythritol (natural low-carb sweetener)
0.6 g0 g0 g3 kcal
Nutmeg, spices
0 g0 g0 g1 kcal
Total per serving, about 150 g/ 5.3 oz
3.7 g4 g27.8 g288 kcal

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Comments (28)

Could you leave out the xanthum gum? I know it’s a thickening agent but I never have good luck with it. Do you think it wouldn’t set and it would turn out soupy?

You could leave it out. I would in that case add an extra egg yolk or two. I hope this helps!

How many servings does this make?  I am sure it says some where.. can't seem to find it 😊

Hi Cathy, this makes 4 servings (you can see it in the Ingredients section). I also just added some more info on the approximate serving size.

Can you use heavy cream instead?

Hi Susan, if you are referring to the almond milk I'd recommend either more cream (don't forget to adjust the macros) or even filtered water would work as there's more cream used. I hope this helps!

Yes sorry I typed that too quickly! I meant if I could use all cream instead of using almond milk! Thanks for the reply though! Will have to try it this weekend! I have only ever made rice pudding in the oven!

No problem! Let us know how it went if you try it 😊

I can't get it to print!  What am I doing wrong?

Hi Glenda, is it possible that you are using an Android device? We've noticed that some Android devices have issues with PDFs. If it doesn't work, I suggest you try it on your computer. There are two options - print or Save, both of them should be working. I hope this helps!

It is so delicious, thank you !!!
I'm wondering though if I can use 2 whole eggs instead of the 4 yolks (I never know what to do with the whites ^^').
Thanks a lot in advance for your answer

Hi Emilie, I think you can but I think it will make the rice pudding thicker. And you may get a few clumps but then you could make it smooth again by placing in a blender (before adding the shirataki rice). Or you could use the egg whites to make some keto bread 😉 Ultimate Keto Buns

Hi Martina !
Thank you very much for your answer.
I'll give it a try next time and if it doesn't work I'll just do the Buns with the whites ;)

This was amazing! I used full fat coconut milk to make it dairy free and ended up using 2 whole eggs instead of 4 yolks and it still worked! Will definitely be making this again

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback!

This is genius! I thought shirataki rice would be chewy like the pasta but the whole recipe is amazing! I don't know how you come up with these things. I am pregnant with twins and i was really craving for rice pudding! You made me happy! Thank you!!!

Thank you Dilek, it's my favourite too, I'm glad you enjoyed!

I never comment on anything but I had to here. I love this recipe. I prepped the rice in the way you suggested and it was perfect. Now I'll be using shitaki noodles.
This pudding was delicious and filling. Thanks for your recipes.

Thank you for your lovely feedback Mel!

OMG this is unbelievably delicious! It tastes just like the rice pudding I remember! You made my whole family very very happy!

Thank you so much Kelly, it's so good isn't it? 😊

Oh!  I can't wait to try this.  One of my most favorite things was my mom's creamy steamed rice pudding.  She made it with vanilla, raisins and nutmeg; or orange extract and zest.  So good.  The ingredients are going on my grocery list for this week!  Thanks for creating this.  

Thank you April, I hope you like it! I'm loving the flavour combinations with orange zest. I'm thinking of trying some cardamom too 😊

what brand of shirataki (konjak) rice that you use?
thanks

I use Slim Rice or Zero Noodles but all the brands I tried are very similar. To make sure the odour goes away I always wash & drain them, then briefly cook them in clean water and then drain again.

why not cauliflower rice instead of that yukky shiritaki rice?

On the contrary, I think it's delicious. The flavour is completely neutral when prepared the right way (very important) and beautifully infuses with the spices, plus it's zero-carb. If you don't like shirataki rice/noodles chances are it's all due to the preparation (How To Cook & Like Shirataki Noodles)
I can't say the same about cauliflower rice, not in sweet recipes, not for me - and I've tried that a few times. I love cauli-rice but only savoury.

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