Classic Brazilian Garlic-Onion White Rice
Classic Brazilian Garlic-Onion White Rice yields fluffy, separate grains with a gentle garlicky aroma and a hint of sweet onion. Lightly toasting the rice in oil before simmering deepens the flavor and keeps the texture loose, making it a perfect side for grilled meats, stews, or weeknight dinners. Serve it whenever you want a comforting, versatile staple that complements bold mains.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Classic Brazilian Garlic-Onion White Rice, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 10 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 70
- Heart Health
- 24
- Metabolic
- 25
- Digestive
- 35
- Inflammatory
- 25
- Performance
- 47
- General Wellness
- 1
Put the rice in a colander and rinse well under cold water; set it aside.
- 2
Warm the oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté the onion in the oil for one minute. Add the garlic and cook until the garlic turns golden brown. Add the rice and salt, then cook and stir until the rice starts to brown. Pour hot water over the rice mixture and stir. Lower the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer until the water is absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Calories 228.95 kcal Moderate 11%
- Protein 3.77 g Low Source 8%
- Carbohydrate 45.95 g 17%
- Total Fat 3.4 g Low Source 4%
- Saturated Fat 0.48 g Low Source 2%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 17.9 mg Low Source 1%
- Dietary Fiber 2.57 g Low Source 9%
- Total Sugars 5.03 g --
- Added Sugars 4.96 g Moderate 10%
- Calcium 21.51 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 1.36 mg Low Source 8%
- Potassium 7.71 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 0.66 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.23 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Classic Brazilian Garlic Onion White Rice is a Brazilian side dish recipe made with 6 ingredients. It takes about 45 mins, serves 8, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Garlic, Onion, Salt, and Vegetable Oil. Each serving provides about 228.95 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Classic Brazilian Garlic-Onion White Rice?
- It is a Brazilian recipe made with 6 ingredients, usually served for side dish.
- What is Classic Brazilian Garlic-Onion White Rice made of?
- The main ingredients are Garlic, Onion, Salt, Vegetable Oil, Water. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Classic Brazilian Garlic-Onion White Rice?
- About 45 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 228.95 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Classic Brazilian Garlic-Onion White Rice easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Classic Brazilian Garlic-Onion White Rice healthy?
- Classic Brazilian Garlic-Onion White Rice has an easyChef Pro health score of 49/100. Per serving, it provides 228.95 calories and 3.77 g of protein, or 8% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: added sugars at 4.96 g (10% of the Daily Value). It contains Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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