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Brazilian White Rice

The perfect side dish for a meal or even just on its own topped with spiced black beans, Brazilian White Rice is seasoned with onions and garlic and is absolutely delicious.  It will replace boring, plain white rice in your home and you will never want to go back.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 4 cups
Calories: 213 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Brazilian

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups boiling water

Instructions

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  1. Heat a bit more than 2 cups of water on the stove or in the microwave until boiling. You will lose some water due to evaporation so you want to start with more than 2 cups in order to have the correct amount to add to the rice.
  2. Meanwhile, heat a medium saucepan over medium heat, then add the olive oil and allow it to get hot. Add the onions and saute for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and translucent. Add the minced garlic during the last 30 seconds.
  3. Add the dry rice to the onions and garlic and stir to incorporate. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally to make sure the rice doesn't stick to the pan.
  4. Add the salt and two cups of boiling water to the rice. Stir, then cover with a lid. When the water returns to boiling, turn the heat down to low and let the rice simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until all the water has been absorbed.
  5. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork before serving.

Notes

  • Recipe lightly adapted from Our Best Bites.

Nutrition Information

Calories 213kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 40g (13%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Sodium 591mg (25%) Potassium 100mg (3%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 1IU (0%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 26mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4cups

Amount Per Serving

Calories 213

% Daily Value*

Calories 213kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 40g 13%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 591mg 25%
Potassium 100mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 1IU 0%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 26mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.