Brazilian Rice (arroz Brasileiro)
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, crushed
- 3 cups white long grain rice, washed, drained
- 4 cups boiling water
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 medium tomatoes, chopped (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
In a 4 quart pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat and stir-fry the onion and garlic until golden. Pour in the rice and stir for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the water, bay leaf, tomatoes and salt. Return to a boil and continue stirring until almost all the water is evaporated, about 5 minutes. Cover the pot and reduce the temperature. Simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked. Serves 4-6.
