Brazilian recipe
Lemon Zest Rice: A Fragrant Brazilian Side Dish
This classic Brazilian lemon zest rice is celebrated for its bright, zesty aroma and simple, fuss-free preparation.
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Ingredients
1 cup long-grain rice
2 cups water
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 onion
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon salt
Zest of 1 lime
2 cups water
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 onion
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon salt
Zest of 1 lime
Where to find ingredients
Long-grain rice: Widely available in all Ghanaian markets, grocery stores, and corner shops under brands like Royal Feast or Elephant. Vegetable oil: Standard cooking oil found in any local market or supermarket. Onion: Readily available at any local market or grocery store. Bay leaf: Can be found in the spice section of larger supermarkets; if unavailable, dried aromatic herbs from local markets can be a rough substitute, though the classic flavor profile comes from the bay leaf. Salt: Standard household salt found everywhere. Limes: Easily sourced at any local market stall, known for their bright green color and intense citrus aroma.
Preparation method
- Peel the onion and chop it into fine pieces
- Pour the water into a kettle and bring to a boil over low heat
- Heat a medium pot over low heat
- Add the oil and the chopped onion to the pot
- Season with a pinch of salt
- Sauté for about 2 minutes until the onion is soft
- Add the bay leaf and the rice to the pot
- Stir for about 1 minute to ensure the grains are well coated in the oil, which helps keep the rice light and fluffy
- Measure 2 cups of the boiling water and pour it over the rice
- Season with the remaining salt and stir
- Increase the heat to medium
- Avoid stirring the rice from this point on
- Wait for the water to evaporate until it reaches the level of the rice grains
- Reduce the heat and cover the pot partially
- Cook until all the water is absorbed
- Check the bottom of the pot with a fork to ensure the water has fully evaporated
- Turn off the heat
- Add the lime zest
- Cover the pot completely
- Let the rice steam for 5 minutes
- Use a fork to fluff the rice and incorporate the zest
- Transfer to a serving bowl and serve immediately
Observations
A perfect, light side dish that adds a sophisticated touch to your everyday meals.
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