Brazilian recipe
Spinach Rice
Spinach rice is a Brazilian culinary classic, valued for its balanced flavors and ease of preparation.
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Ingredients
1 1/2 cups rice
1 bunch spinach
1/2 onion
1 clove garlic
1 bay leaf
3 cups water
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
Freshly grated nutmeg to taste
Salt to taste
1 bunch spinach
1/2 onion
1 clove garlic
1 bay leaf
3 cups water
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
Freshly grated nutmeg to taste
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
Spinach can be found in the produce section of most supermarkets. Rice, onions, garlic, bay leaves, olive oil, butter, nutmeg, and salt are common pantry staples available at grocery stores.
Preparation method
- Separate the spinach leaves from the stems and reserve the tips for garnish later
- Wash the leaves and stems thoroughly under running water and dry the leaves using a salad spinner
- Finely chop the onion and garlic clove
- Chop 8 spinach stems and reserve the rest for other preparations
- Heat a little over 3 cups of water in a kettle until it boils
- Heat a medium saucepan over low heat
- Add the olive oil, onion, and chopped stems
- Season with a pinch of salt and sauté for 3 minutes until wilted
- Add the garlic and bay leaf, sautéing for another 1 minute
- Place the rice in the saucepan
- Season with 1 teaspoon of salt and a pinch of nutmeg
- Mix well for 1 minute so the grains are coated in olive oil, ensuring the rice will be fluffy
- Pour the 3 cups of boiling water over the rice
- Increase the heat to medium and avoid stirring
- When the water reaches the level of the grains, lower the heat and partially cover the saucepan
- Cook until all the water is absorbed
- Check for doneness by gently moving the grains with a fork to see the bottom of the pan
- If there is still water, keep it on the heat for a few more moments
- Turn off the heat and keep the saucepan covered for 5 minutes to finish cooking with steam
- While waiting, heat a large skillet with 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat
- Add half of the spinach leaves, season with salt, and quickly sauté for 2 minutes
- Remove the spinach to a bowl and repeat the process with the other half of the leaves
- After the rice has rested, fluff the grains with a fork
- Incorporate the sautéed spinach leaves into the rice, mixing gently
- Transfer to a serving dish and finish with the reserved tips before serving
Observations
This recipe transforms plain white rice into a nutritious and aromatic dish, strategically using spinach to maintain its vibrant color and flavor.
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