Rice with broccoli is a healthy and delicious option to accompany various dishes. It is a simple way to increase everyday rice, adding color, texture and the nutritional benefits of broccoli.
Rice with broccoli
Preparation time
20
minutes
Cooking time
20
minutes
The dish is light, tasty and perfect to serve with meat, fish or even a vegetarian meal.
Ingredients
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1 cup of rice tea
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2 cups of water tea
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1 pack of broccoli (only the floretes)
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2 chopped garlic cloves
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1/2 chopped onion
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2 tablespoons of olive oil or oil
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Salt to taste
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Black pepper to taste (optional)
Preparation mode
- Wash the broccoli flowers well and cut them into small pieces.
- Cook the flourish in boiling water with a pinch of salt for about 3 to 4 minutes until they are soft but still firm.
- Drain and set aside.
- In a pan, heat the olive oil or oil over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic, sautéing until golden and fragrant.
- Add the rice to the pan and stir well, letting it sauté for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add the 2 cups of water and season with salt to taste.
- Let it cook over medium-high heat until it begins to boil.
- When boiling, reduce the heat down, cover the pan and cook until the water is absorbed (about 15 minutes).
- When the rice is almost ready and the water has been virtually all absorbed, add the cooked broccoli flowers.
- Mix gently to incorporate broccoli into rice.
- Cover the pan and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes for the flavors to mix.
- Turn off the heat and let the rice rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Release the rice with a fork and, if desired, finish with a hint of black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, accompanying the main course of your choice.
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