Brazilian recipe
Lemon Zest Rice (Arroz com raspas de limão)
This lemon zest rice is a classic Brazilian dish, prized for its refreshing citrus aroma and simple preparation method.
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Ingredients
1 cup white rice
2 cups water
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1 bay leaf
1/2 tsp salt
Zest of 1 Tahiti lime (limão-taiti)
2 cups water
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1 bay leaf
1/2 tsp salt
Zest of 1 Tahiti lime (limão-taiti)
Where to find ingredients
You can find these staples at any local public market (palengke) or supermarket. For the best results, use a high-quality long-grain white rice. The 'limão-taiti' is the common green lime widely available in produce sections; if unavailable, any thin-skinned lime will provide the necessary acidity and zest.
Preparation method
- Peel the onion and chop it into very fine pieces.
- Place the water in a kettle and bring to a boil over low heat.
- Heat a medium-sized saucepan over low heat.
- Add the olive oil and the chopped onion.
- Season with a pinch of salt.
- Sauté for about 2 minutes until the onion is softened.
- Add the bay leaf and the rice to the saucepan.
- Stir for approximately 1 minute so the grains are well coated in the oil, ensuring a fluffy texture.
- Measure 2 cups of the boiling water and pour it over the rice.
- Season with the remaining salt and stir briefly.
- Increase the heat to medium.
- Avoid stirring from this point on.
- Wait for the water level to reach the level of the rice grains.
- Reduce the heat to low and partially cover the pot.
- Cook until all the water has been absorbed.
- Check the bottom of the pan with a fork to confirm that all the water has evaporated.
- Turn off the heat.
- Add the lime zest.
- Cover the pot completely with the lid.
- Let the rice steam and rest for 5 minutes.
- Use a fork to fluff the grains and incorporate the zest evenly.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and serve immediately.
Observations
It is an excellent side dish for a variety of meals, adding a bright and sophisticated touch to your everyday cooking.
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