Brazilian recipe
Fluffy white rice (Arroz branco soltinho)
Master the technique for perfect white rice with individual, fluffy grains and even cooking every single time.
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Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1 bay leaf
1 cup white rice
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups boiling water
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1 bay leaf
1 cup white rice
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups boiling water
Where to find ingredients
Find these pantry staples at any local grocery store or supermarket. Use long-grain white rice for the best results.
Preparation method
- Dice the onion into very small pieces
- Heat the water until it reaches a boil
- Heat a medium saucepan over low heat
- Add the olive oil and onion
- Add a pinch of salt
- Sauté the onion for 2 minutes until softened
- Incorporate the bay leaf into the mixture
- Add the rice and stir for 1 minute so the grains are coated in oil
- Pour the boiling water over the rice
- Season with the remaining salt and mix gently
- Increase the heat to medium
- Do not stir the rice from this point on
- Wait until the water level reaches the surface of the rice grains
- Lower the heat and cover the pan partially
- Cook until you notice all the water has been absorbed
- Test the doneness by inserting a fork and pushing the grains aside at the bottom of the pan
- Leave on the heat for a few more moments if there is still moisture
- Turn off the heat and keep the pan covered for 5 minutes to let the steam finish the cooking
- Fluff the grains delicately with a fork before serving
Observations
This method creates a classic side dish that is light and tender, providing the ideal foundation to elevate any of your daily meals.
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