How can I help you? Mix in onions, garlic, or herbs before cooking, or include whole spices such as cinnamon or cardamom.
Sprinkle a bit of vinegar.
For what reason: Enhances taste and maintains rice’s light texture.
How can I help you? Put a little lemon juice or a teaspoon of vinegar in the water you are cooking with.
Try using coconut milk.
For what reason: Contributes a smooth and sweet taste.
How can I help you? Substitute some of the water with coconut milk, for example, use 1 cup of water and 1 cup of coconut milk.
Add seasoning to taste.
For what reason: Improves the flavor.
¿Cómo? Put salt and spices such as pepper or cumin in the water when cooking.
Allow it to rest.
For what reason: Enhances how something feels.
How can I help you? After cooking the rice, cover it and let it sit for 10 minutes. Then, use a fork to fluff it.
Simple Recipe
List of ingredients:
1 cup of long-grain rice
2 tablespoons of butter or oil
1 little onion, diced
2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
2 cups of broth
1 leaf of laurel
Add salt and pepper according to your preference.
Steps:
Wash the rice until the water is clear.
Melt butter or heat oil in a pan. Cook the onion and garlic until they smell good.
Put rice in the pot and cook until it looks a bit clear.
Put in broth, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Heat until boiling.
Lower the temperature, cover the pot, and let it cook gently for 18-20 minutes.
Cover and let it sit for 10 minutes, then use a fork to separate the grains.
Enjoy your rice cooked just right!
