Brazilian Pepper-scented Rice

Total Time: 35 mins Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (olive oil)
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 cup long-grain rice
• 1 habanero pepper (or 2 jalapeno peppers)
• 2 -2 1/4 cups hot water
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Recipe

• 1 pour the oil into a large saucepan and heat for a few seconds.
• 2 add the onion, garlic, and rice.
• 3 fry gently, stirring for about 4 minutes.
• 4 add the chili pepper, hot water, and salt. stir well and bring to a boil.
• 5 simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, until the rice is soft and the water has been absorbed.
• 6 remove the chili pepper and serve.