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A pan with cooked white rice using the Brazilian method

Perfect and fluffy white rice (Brazilian way)

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Learn all the tricks to avoid mistakes when cooking a basic white rice recipe on the stove. Fluffy and super fragrant this is the perfect accompaniment to any dish.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 portions

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Ingredients

  • ½ onion
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 cup white rice - long grain
  • 2 cups boiled water
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  • Put the water to a boil, add just a little more than the amount of the recipe (for evaporation).
  • Meanwhile, chop onions and mince the garlic.
  • Bring a pan to medium heat and add the oil. When the oil gets hot, add the onion, garlic, salt and sauté until withered. Keep stirring to avoid it burning and golden.
  • Add the rice and sauté well, for about 1 minute - this step is very important to seal the rice properly.
  • Now, measure two cups of boiling water and pour over the rice. Stir with the spoon to spread the rice from the bottom of the pan.
  • Wait for the water to boil again. Then, lower the heat and partially cover the pan.
  • From now on do not stir the rice until it absorbs all the water. The time depends on the pot, but it is usually around 15-20 minutes.
  • To check that the rice has absorbed all the water, gently remove some grains of rice with the help of a fork until you see the bottom of the pan. If you still have water in the bottom, wait a few more minutes.
  • When the water is dry, cover the pan and let the rice rest for 5 minutes - this step is essential.
  • Now, just fluff the rice with a fork and serve while still hot.
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