Aletria

Description

Aletria - Authentic recipe from Portugal. Easy to prepare. Vegan. Try it now!

1. 1

   Bring 250 ml plant-based milk to a gentle simmer in a saucepan with 1 cinnamon stick and, if desired, a little lemon zest. Add 200 g vermicelli (fine noodles).

   ⏱️ approx. 8 min

   💡 Tip: Aletria is a traditional Portuguese Christmas noodle dessert — similar to Arroz Doce, but made with fine vermicelli. The cinnamon stick and lemon zest are the characteristic flavourings.

2. 2

   Cook the vermicelli in the plant-based milk over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until tender (approx. 10–15 min.). Stir in 150 g sugar and continue to simmer until creamy and thick.

   ⏱️ approx. 15 min

   💡 Tip: Stir regularly to prevent the noodles from sticking. The consistency should be creamy and smooth — similar to a pudding. Add more plant-based milk if needed.

3. 3

   Remove the cinnamon stick. Pour into shallow bowls or plates. Dust decorative patterns with ground cinnamon (lattice, triangles — traditionally as with Arroz Doce). Serve warm or cold.

   ⏱️ approx. 8 min

   💡 Tip: The decorative cinnamon patterns are characteristic of Portuguese milk-based desserts — applied with a stencil or freehand. Warm Aletria at Christmas is a cherished tradition.