Arroz Blanco
Easy and flavorful white rice that goes great with many Mexican meals.
Ingredients
- ¼ white onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 1 ½ tbs Knorr chicken bouillon granules
- 1 ½ tbs butter
- 4 cups hot water
Instructions
- Wash rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- place the rice in a bowl and cover with warm water for about 15 minutes. Drain completely.
- in the mean time slice the onions and mince the garlic.
- Place a pot on medium heat and melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and diced onion and fry for about 4 minutes or until they are translucent.
- Add the rice and toast for about 5 minutes or until fragrant..
- Add the 4 cups of hot water along with the Knorr chicken bouillon granules. Swirl to incorporate. Add salt to taste.
- Place the lid on the pot and bring the heat to low setting and cook for 15 minutes.
- Remove the pot from the heat source without removing the lid to allow the rice to continue cooking in its vapor for another 15 minutes.
- Remove the lid and allow to sit undisturbed for about 5 minutes
- Fluff with a fork. Serve and enjoy!