Brazilian recipe
Brazilian carrot rice (arroz com cenoura)
Carrot rice is a classic Brazilian side dish, cherished for its subtle flavor and how incredibly easy it is to whip up on a busy weeknight.
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Ingredients
1 1/2 cups white long-grain rice
1 carrot
1/2 onion
3 cups water
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon salt
1 carrot
1/2 onion
3 cups water
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon salt
Where to find ingredients
You can find most of these staples at any local Bahamian food store or supermarket. Long-grain white rice is standard in the grains aisle. For fresh produce like carrots and onions, check the vegetable section. The bay leaf can typically be found in the dry spices and herbs aisle near the other aromatics. If you're looking for high-quality olive oil, look in the international or baking oils section of your local grocery store.
Preparation method
- Wash and peel the carrot
- Grate the carrot using the fine side of your grater
- Finely dice the onion
- Pour a little more than 3 cups of water into a kettle and bring to a simmer over low heat
- Warm a medium-sized pot over low heat
- Add the olive oil
- Add the diced onion and grated carrot to the pot
- Season with the salt
- Sauté the vegetables for about 2 minutes until they soften slightly
- Add the rice and the bay leaf to the pot
- Stir well so every grain of rice is coated in the oil
- Measure exactly 3 cups of the boiling water and pour it over the rice mixture
- Give it one last stir, then turn the heat up to medium
- Avoid stirring the rice from this point on
- Once the water level has reduced until it is level with the rice grains,
- lower the heat to the absolute minimum setting
- Place the lid on the pot, leaving it slightly ajar
- Cook until all the water has been absorbed
- Check if it is done by carefully poking a fork to the bottom of the pot
- Turn off the heat
- Keep the pot covered for another 5 minutes, allowing the trapped steam to finish cooking the rice
- Fluff the rice gently with a fork
- Fold in the carrots delicately
- Transfer to a serving bowl and serve immediately
Observations
This simple dish is a fantastic way to brighten up your plate with a pop of color and extra nutrients. The secret to getting that perfect, fluffy, non-sticky rice lies in properly sautéing the grains in a bit of oil before adding the boiling water.
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