How To Cook Rice Ecuadorian Or Latin American Style White Rice Food

CILANTRO LIME RICE {ARROZ CON CILANTRO}

Steps:

• Heat the oil or butter on medium low temperature in medium sized saucepan.
• Add the chopped onions and garlic, cook until the onions are translucent and soft, about 2-3 minutes.
• Add the uncooked rice and stir it until it is well coated by the oil, add the water with a little bit of salt, and bring it to a boil.
• Let the water boil until it's reduced and barely covers the rice, cover with a lid, reduce the temperature to low or simmer, and cook for about 20-25 minutes. The rice should be fully cooked, but firm and not sticky (think al dente). It will take longer to cook at higher altitudes.
• Mix the rice with the chopped cilantro and lime juice, taste and add additional salt if needed. Can also add a bit of olive oil if desired.

PERFECT WHITE RICE

Steps:

• Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add rice and stir to coat. Cook until rice grains begin to turn opaque, 1 to 2 minutes; do not brown. Add water and salt.
• Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low. Cover and let simmer for 15 minutes. Do not lift the lid.
• Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.

BRAZILIAN WHITE RICE

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.