Arroz Brasileiro Rice With Tomatoes And Onions Recipe

Ingredients for Arroz Brasileiro Rice With Tomatoes And Onions

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• Long Grain Rice
• 1 ½ cups chicken stock (or vegetable stock)
• ½ cup water
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon curry powder (or your favorite spice blend)

How to Make Arroz Brasileiro Rice With Tomatoes And Onions

1. In a heavy 3-quart saucepan over medium heat, warm the olive oil for about 1 minute.
2. Add the chopped onion and sauté, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes, or until the onion is soft and translucent but not browned.
3. Add the rice and stir constantly for about 3 minutes, until all the grains are coated with oil.
4. Pour in the boiling chicken stock and water. Stir to combine.
5. Add the undrained diced tomatoes, curry powder, black pepper, and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally.
6. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
7. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
8. Serve warm as a delicious and versatile side dish.