Discover the simplicity and classic taste of "Arroz Blanco Dominicano," a staple in Dominican cuisine. Perfectly fluffy and seasoned, this white rice dish pairs beautifully with a variety of main courses, like scrambled eggs or rich stews, offering a taste of the Caribbean heaped onto your plate.
Ingredients
🥄 2 tablespoons cooking oil
🧂 2 tablespoons salt
💧 4 cups water
🍚 3 cups white rice, previously washed
Instructions
1- Prepare the Pot:
- Place a medium-sized caldero on a gas stove over medium-high heat.
- Add 2 tablespoons of cooking oil to the pot.
2- Add Salt and Water:
- Stir in 2 tablespoons of salt.
- Pour in 4 cups of water, bringing the mixture to a vigorous boil.
3- Add Rice:
- Once boiling, add 3 cups of previously washed white rice to the pot.
4- Cook Rice:
- Use a ladle or spatula to stir the rice and distribute it evenly.
- Cook until most of the liquid evaporates and the surface of the rice appears dry.
5- Steam Rice:
- Gather the rice into a mound in the center of the pot.
- Cover the pot with a glass lid with a knob handle, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 20 minutes.
6- Finish and Serve:
- After 20 minutes, remove the lid.
- Use the spatula to fluff the rice and serve.
Prep Time: Minimal
Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Total Time: Approximately 35 minutes
Servings: 4-6
Equipment: Medium-sized caldero, Gas stove, Large metal ladle/spatula, Glass lid with a knob handle
Cooking Tips
- Water to Rice Ratio: For optimal texture, always add one extra cup of water than rice. Maintain this balance (e.g., 3 cups rice, 4 cups water).
- Salt Adjustment: Ensure the water is slightly saltier than typical taste as the rice absorbs and tempers the salt.
- Low Heat Steaming: Essential for fluffy rice; avoid stirring during the steaming period.
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