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Delicious Haitian white rice ( Koman pou fè diri blan byen gou)

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Haitian White Rice

Cultural Context

Haitian White Rice, or Diri Blan, is a staple in Haitian cuisine, often served alongside meat and vegetable dishes. It symbolizes hospitality and is a common feature at family gatherings and celebrations. In modern times, it has gained popularity beyond Haiti, with variations appearing in Caribbean and Latin American cuisines.

HaitianHTside
25 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 green onions
2 cups long-grain rice
4 cups water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

long-grain rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: short-grain rice

Brown rice adds fiber and nutrients, while short-grain rice is often less expensive.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat option, while canola is often cheaper.

1

Cut the ends off the green onion and slice it into thin strings.

2

Fry the sliced green onion in oil on low heat to avoid burning.

3

Use white rice, but you can use any rice of your choice.

4

For every 2 cups of rice, use at least 3 cups of water.

5

Boil the rice for a while before simmering.

6

If you boil the rice for a shorter time, it will require less time to simmer.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsteaming

Equipment Needed

potlidstrainer

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegangluten-freenut-free

Also Known As

Diri BlanHaitian Rice

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