Rustic Brazilian Pressure Cooker Rice and Vegetables

1 cup long-grain white rice
1 cup carrots, diced into rustic chunks
1 cup fresh or frozen peas
1 small yellow onion, finely diced
Extra virgin olive oil (for drizzling)

You can find these staples at any local supermarket, produce market, or farmers' market. Look for organic, seasonal carrots and fresh onions for the best rustic flavor profile.

Prepare your ingredients: rinse the rice and chop the carrots and onions into rustic, bite-sized pieces.
Heat a drizzle of oil in the pressure cooker and lightly sauté the rice and diced carrots until the rice becomes translucent at the edges.
Add the onions and peas, then pour in enough water to cover the mixture (usually 2 cups of water for every cup of rice).
Seal the pressure cooker and cook according to your cooker's instructions for rice (usually 3–5 minutes after reaching pressure).
Allow the pressure to release naturally, fluff the rice with a fork, finish with a fresh drizzle of olive oil, and serve warm.

Pro-tip: Respect the cooking time to ensure the vegetables retain their texture and vibrant flavor. Using a pressure cooker is the secret to getting perfectly tender rice in minutes while infusing all the rustic, savory notes of the onions and aromatics.