Chilean Rice

== Description ==
This rice is a mild tasting pilaf-type of rice that goes well with spicy foods. If you like to spice it up, adding some chopped green chiles works well.
== Ingredients ==
* 1 1/2 cups uncooked long grain rice
* 2 	tablespoons lard
* 1/4 	cup chopped onions or scallions
* 2 	tablespoons finely diced red Bell Peppers
* 2 	tablespoons finely diced carrots
* 2 1/4 cups vegetable broth, heated
* 1 	teaspoon salt
* 2 	tablespoons finely chopped cilantro (optional)
== Directions ==
# Rinse rice several times under cold water in a sieve and drain.
# Cook the Onion, bell pepper, and carrot in lard for 2 minutes.
# Add the rice and cook another minute, allowing rice to get thoroughly coated with lard.
# Add the hot broth, and salt and bring to a boil.
# Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes on low heat, until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender (do not stir while cooking).
# Fluff rice with a fork and garnish with chopped cilantro.
# Serve hot.
Category:Chilean Recipes
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