Brazilian recipe
Fluffy white rice
Master the art of cooking perfect white rice every time, with light, tender grains that stay beautifully separate.
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Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 onion, finely diced
1 bay leaf
1 cup long-grain rice
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups boiling water
1/2 onion, finely diced
1 bay leaf
1 cup long-grain rice
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups boiling water
Where to find ingredients
You can find long-grain rice, fresh onions, and pantry essentials like olive oil and salt at any local supermarket, such as Countdown, New World, or Pak'nSave. Look in the dry goods aisle for the rice and the fresh produce section for the onions.
Preparation method
- Finely dice the onion into small, even cubes.
- Heat your water until it reaches a rolling boil.
- Place a medium-sized pot over low heat.
- Add the olive oil and the diced onion to the pot.
- Add a pinch of the measured salt.
- Sauté the onion for 2 minutes until it becomes translucent and soft.
- Toss the bay leaf into the pot with the onion mixture.
- Add the rice and stir for 1 minute to ensure the grains are thoroughly coated in the oil.
- Pour the boiling water carefully over the rice.
- Season with the remaining salt and stir gently once.
- Turn the heat up to medium intensity.
- Refrain from stirring the rice from this point onwards.
- Wait until the water level drops to be level with the grains.
- Reduce the heat to low and place the lid on the pot slightly ajar.
- Cook until you notice all the water has been absorbed.
- Test the doneness by inserting a fork and pushing aside the grains at the bottom of the pot.
- Leave on the heat for a few more moments if there is still residual moisture.
- Turn off the heat and keep the lid tightly sealed for 5 minutes to let the steam finish the cooking process.
- Gently fluff the grains with a fork just before serving.
Observations
This reliable method yields a classic, airy side dish that serves as the perfect foundation for any meal. Following these steps ensures uniform cooking and the ideal texture for your everyday kitchen routine.
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