Arroz Branco

Name: Arroz Branco
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Brazilian
Ingredients: 2 cups long-grain white rice, rinsed; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 cup white onion, diced; 4 cups water; 1 tsp salt

A staple Brazilian white rice cooked with sautéed garlic and onion for a fluffy, savory side dish.

25 minEasyServes 4210 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 cups long-grain white rice, rinsed
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup white onion, diced
4 cups water
1 tsp salt

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
2

Add 1/4 cup diced white onion and 2 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 2 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
3

Stir in 2 cups rinsed long-grain white rice and cook for 2 minutes to lightly coat and toast the grains.
4

Pour in 4 cups water and stir in 1 tsp salt, bringing the mixture to a boil.
5

Reduce heat to low, cover with a tight lid, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is fully absorbed.
6

Remove saucepan from heat and let rest covered for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.

Questions

How long does Arroz Branco keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Arroz Branco?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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