Brazilian recipe
Rice with Fresh Parsley (Arroz com salsinha)
This parsley-infused rice is a staple in Brazilian households, prized for its simplicity and the vibrant, fresh herb notes it brings to the table.
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Ingredients
1/2 onion
1/2 cup parsley
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 bay leaf
1 cup rice
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup parsley
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 bay leaf
1 cup rice
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh herbs, onions, and pantry staples like rice, olive oil, and salt at local grocery stores, open-air markets, or produce vendors. Fresh parsley is widely available; if unavailable, fresh cilantro is a common substitute, though the final flavor profile will differ.
Preparation method
- Peel and chop the onion into small pieces.
- Clean the parsley, dry it thoroughly, and chop it roughly.
- Pour slightly more than 2 cups of water into a kettle and bring to a simmer over low heat.
- Heat a medium saucepan over low heat.
- Add the olive oil and the chopped onion.
- Season with a pinch of salt and sauté for approximately 2 minutes until the onion is soft.
- Add the bay leaf and the rice to the saucepan.
- Stir continuously for 1 minute to ensure the grains are well-coated with the olive oil.
- This process helps keep the rice fluffy after cooking.
- Measure exactly 2 cups of the boiling water and add it to the rice.
- Season with the remaining salt and mix well.
- Increase the heat to medium.
- Avoid stirring from this point on.
- When the water reaches the level of the grains, reduce the heat to low and cover the pan partially.
- Cook until all the water has been absorbed.
- Check if the bottom of the pan is dry by using a fork to push the grains aside.
- Turn off the heat.
- Keep the pan covered for 5 minutes to finish cooking in the steam.
- Use a fork to fluff the grains, incorporate the chopped parsley, and mix gently.
- Serve immediately.
Observations
Elevating your everyday white rice is simple with this aromatic recipe. By introducing fresh parsley and a delicate laurel leaf, you add both color and a refined flavor profile to a staple side dish, making it a perfect accompaniment for any meal.
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