How to cook white rice
the components
For a simple, healthy meal, you'll want to use 1 cup of raw white rice.
Also, you must add an amount of water equivalent to twice the amount of rice, which is equivalent to two cups. To give a distinctive flavor to the dish, it is recommended to add two teaspoons of salt.
How to prepare
- The rice must be soaked first and washed well until the water becomes clear, then left in a strainer until it dries.
- Next, boil water in a pot, add a little salt, then add the soaked rice and stir gently.
- Reduce the flame to cook the rice over low heat and cover the pot for twenty minutes.
- Check the pot after fifteen minutes to make sure the water is dry.
- When finished, remove the rice from the heat and place it in a serving dish, separating the rice grains with a fork.
- Before serving, add melted butter and garnish the dish with chopped parsley or any green vegetables as desired.
How do I make rice with vermicelli?
the components
To prepare this dish, you will need to use three hundred grams of well-washed rice, and prepare two onions, which are cut into thin circular slices.
Eighty grams of thin vermicelli, and twenty grams of soft butter or ghee if preferred for cooking.
For liquids, add 400 milliliters of rich vegetable broth to help cook the rice and toppings.
For a touch of flavor and luxury, add forty grams of roasted pine nuts and pistachios, cut into large pieces, to add crunch and a delicious taste to the dish.
How to prepare
- Heat the butter in a pot over medium heat, then add the onions, stirring constantly until they soften and become translucent.
- Add the vermicelli to the wilted onions, and continue stirring until the vermicelli takes on a bright golden colour.
- Next, add the rice, making sure to mix it well with the butter and onions, and season with salt to taste.
- Pour the vegetable broth over it, leave it until it starts to boil, then reduce the heat and leave it to cook for 15 to 20 minutes, making sure it does not dry out by constantly checking.
- When finished, serve the rice and garnish with pine nuts and pistachios to add a touch of flavor and attractive appearance.
