Rice Milk

Rice milk is prepared by soaking rice and crushing it with water to produce a milk-like substance. People who are lactose intolerant or allergic to cow's milk and soy can use it. It has substantially less fat and protein than evaporated milk. One cup (240 mL) has 113 calories, 22 grams of carbohydrates, 2.3 grams of fat, and less than one gram of protein. However, due to its high glycemic index (GI), rice milk may be the dairy-free option that increases blood sugar the most.

Rice milk, like ordinary milk, may have its water content lowered by boiling. It can then be substituted for evaporated milk in recipes. However, the finished product will be thinner than evaporated milk, so you may wish to add cornstarch or a similar thickening agent. Rice milk's sweet flavor makes it very useful in sweets and baking.