Best 3 How To Cook Brazilian Rice Recipes

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BRAZILIAN RICE RECIPE

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This Brazilian white rice recipe is a good one to know! It's the perfect side dish to just about anything, it's fluffy, and full of garlicky flavor and it's super easy to make. Plus, read on through to get my best tips for cooking perfect rice on the stove. You'll never eat boring or mushy rice again!

Provided by Aline Shaw

Categories Side Dish

Time 17m

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 cup of uncooked rice (unwashed)
2 cloves of garlic (minced)
1 Tbsp of oil (canola, vegetable or olive oil)
Salt to taste (1 tsp per cup of dry rice)
1.5 cups of cooking liquid *see note below (water, or stock)

Steps:

In a medium sauce pan, heat up the oil
Add the garlic and cook until fragrant and light gold
Add the rice, season with the salt and stir for about a minute
Add the liquid and bring to a gentle boil
Reduce to a simmer, cover and let it simmer until all water has been absorbed (try not to peak - we don't want to lose steam that's precious for the next step!)
Turn off the heat and let the rice pot sit covered for another 10 mins - steam
Open the pot, then "air" the rice for a minute or two. Then, fluff with a fork, and serve!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Carbohydrate 50 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 1 g, Sodium 9 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, Calories 269 kcal

TRUE BRAZILIAN RICE

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Rice is a part of life in Brazil, it is a part of the culture, and it is something you need to know how to cook when making Brazilian food. Rice in Brazil is seasoned differently to rice in the USA or Europe. Recipe is from A Taste of Brazil blog.

Provided by Lavender Lynn

Categories Rice

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 cup basmati rice or 1 cup jasmine rice
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups boiling water

Steps:

Wash the rice until the water runs clear and set aside to dry. Boil enough water for two cups. Chop the onions and garlic finely. Place a pan over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once olive oil is heated add the chopped onions and garlic.
Sauté until fragrant; approximately 3 minutes. Add the dry rice to the pan and stir for an additional 3-4 minutes making sure that the rice does not stick to the bottom of the pan. Add the two cups of boiling water to the rice and the salt.
Place a lid on the pan and cook on medium heat for 8 minutes. Decrease the heat to low and cook for another 10-15 minutes, or until the water has all evaporated. If the rice is not cooked yet, add a little bit more water!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.1, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 589.2, Carbohydrate 37.9, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 1.1, Protein 4

BRAZILIAN WHITE RICE

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White rice is the main side dish made in Brazil. This is the way my mom would make it and taught my sister and I. What makes this so different is that we fry it in oil with minced onion and garlic before adding water. You can also use part water, part chicken broth. The secret is to not let it overcook because it should come out loose and not sticky.

Provided by Nandabear

Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 cups long-grain white rice
2 tablespoons minced onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt
4 cups hot water

Steps:

Place the rice in a colander and rinse thoroughly with cold water; set aside.
Heat the oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook the onion in the oil for one minute. Stir in the garlic and cook until the garlic is golden brown. Add the rice and salt and cook and stir until the rice begins to brown. Pour hot water over rice mixture and stir. Reduce heat to low, cover the saucepan, and allow to simmer until the water has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201 calories, Carbohydrate 37.5 g, Fat 3.7 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 296.8 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

Tips for Cooking Brazilian Rice:

Use the right type of rice: Brazilian rice is typically made with white rice, such as Jasmine or Basmati rice. These varieties have a long, slender grain that cooks up fluffy and separate.
Rinse the rice: Rinsing the rice before cooking helps to remove starch and prevent the rice from becoming sticky.
Use the right ratio of water to rice: The general rule is to use 1 cup of water for every cup of rice. However, you may need to adjust the amount of water depending on the type of rice you are using and how you are cooking it.
Cook the rice over low heat: Cooking the rice over low heat helps to prevent the rice from burning and ensures that it cooks evenly.
Don't stir the rice too much: Stirring the rice too much can break the grains and make the rice mushy.
Let the rice rest before serving: After the rice is cooked, let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. This allows the rice to absorb any remaining moisture and fluff up.

Conclusion:

Brazilian rice is a versatile and delicious side dish that can be served with a variety of dishes. It is easy to make and can be cooked in a variety of ways. With a few simple tips, you can cook Brazilian rice perfectly every time. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy side dish, give Brazilian rice a try!