Brazilian Rice

 

Brazilian Style Rice

• Author: Our Best Bites
 
• Prep Time: 10
 
• Cook Time: 20
 
• Total Time: 30

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Description

Tender, fluffy white rice with amazing flavor!

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Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon oil (I use garlic olive oil, canola works fine, too)
• 1 small-medium onion, or 1/2 large onion
• 3–4 large cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed
• 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
• 2 cups boiling water
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt

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Instructions

1. Place water (a little more than 2 cups) in a tea kettle or bot on the stove and heat to boiling.
2. In the meantime, heat a separate pot to medium heat and add oil and onions. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until tender and fragrant and stir in garlic. Stir for about 20-30 seconds. Add rice and continue to stir often for about 3-5 minutes.
3. Add 2 cups boiling water, and salt and stir. When mixture comes to a boil, cover pot and reduce heat to simmer. Cook for 20 minutes and remove from heat. Fluff with fork and serve.
4. Yields about 4 cups of rice.

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Find it online: https://ourbestbites.com/brazilian-style-white-rice/