Tuna Stew with Brown Rice and Onion Salad

Ingredients

• 1.5 cup brown rice (long-grain or basmati recommended)
• 3.75 cup water (for cooking)
• 1 tsp vegetable oil (optional, prevents sticking)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the rice

   • Place the brown rice in a fine-mesh sieve and rinse under cold running water until the water runs clear, about 1-2 minutes.
   • For a softer texture, you can soak the rinsed rice in fresh water for 30 minutes, then drain it completely.
2. 2

   Combine ingredients and bring to a boil

   • In a medium saucepan with a heavy bottom and a tight-fitting lid, combine the drained rice, 3.75 cups of water, and optional vegetable oil.
   • Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over high heat, which takes about 5-7 minutes.
3. 3

   Simmer the rice

   • Once boiling, immediately reduce the heat to the lowest possible setting.
   • Cover the saucepan with the lid and let it cook undisturbed for 40 minutes. It's important not to lift the lid.
4. 4

   Rest and fluff the rice

   • After 40 minutes, turn off the heat and let the rice stand, still covered, for an additional 10 minutes to absorb the remaining steam.
   • Remove the lid and gently fluff the rice with a fork to separate the grains before serving.

Ingredients

• 2 pcs sweet onion (medium, thinly sliced into rings)
• ice cubes (for soaking)
• 4 cup water (cold, for soaking)
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 tsp paprika (for color)
• 0.5 tsp sugar (to balance tanginess)
• 0.25 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
• 0.25 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp parsley (fresh, finely chopped)

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the onions

   • Peel the sweet onions and slice them into thin, uniform rings. A mandoline slicer works best for this.
   • Gently separate the rings with your fingers and place them in a large bowl.
2. 2

   Soak for crispness

   • Add ice cubes and cold water to the bowl, ensuring the onion rings are fully submerged.
   • Let them soak for 15 minutes. This crucial step makes the onions crisp and mellows their sharp flavor.
3. 3

   Drain and dry

   • After soaking, drain the onions completely using a colander.
   • Gently pat the onion rings dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to remove excess moisture.
4. 4

   Season and toss

   • Transfer the dry onion rings to a clean mixing bowl.
   • Drizzle with apple cider vinegar and sprinkle with paprika, sugar, black pepper, and salt.
   • Add the chopped fresh parsley.
   • Toss gently until the rings are evenly coated.
5. 5

   Serve immediately

   • Serve the onion salad immediately to enjoy its maximum crispness and fresh flavor.
   • It is an excellent topping for burgers, hot dogs, and grilled chicken sandwiches.