Description
Brazilian white rice emerges as a comforting staple in South American cuisine, showcasing simplicity and rich flavors. Families cherish this classic dish that pairs perfectly with beans, meats, and traditional Brazilian meals you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¼ cup (60 ml) vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 2 cups (473 ml) water
Instructions
- Prepare Base: Heat vegetable oil in a spacious saucepan over medium-high temperature, then sauté finely diced onions and crushed garlic until translucent and aromatic.
- Toast Rice: Add thoroughly rinsed rice grains to the softened onion mixture, stirring to coat each grain and develop a slightly toasted texture.
- Liquid Infusion: Pour boiling water over the rice, season with kosher salt, and immediately cover with a tight-fitting lid, reducing heat to the lowest setting.
- Steam and Absorb: Allow rice to simmer undisturbed for 18-20 minutes, watching for small steam holes to indicate complete liquid absorption and tenderness.
- Rest and Fluff: Remove from heat, slightly open the lid to release steam, and let rest for 4-5 minutes before gently separating grains with a fork, creating a light, airy final texture ready for serving.
Notes
- Rinse Rice Thoroughly: Wash rice under cold water until water runs clear to remove excess starch, preventing sticky and clumpy texture.
- Sauté Aromatics Carefully: Cook onions and garlic at medium heat, stirring constantly to develop rich flavor without burning or turning bitter.
- Monitor Water Absorption: Watch for small steam holes on rice surface, signaling perfect doneness and complete liquid absorption.
- Rest Rice Properly: Allow rice to sit covered off heat for 4-5 minutes, enabling grains to settle and absorb remaining moisture for fluffy consistency.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Boiling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg