Carreteiro's Rice
A typical gaucho meal, called "ox-wagon drivers' rice".
| 2 | cups | Rice | |
| 4 | cups | Water | |
| 1 | ea | Onion | Chopped fine |
| 1 | lb | Beef | Dried salted beef |
| 2 | Tbsp | Oil |
Wash salted beef and leave soaking overnight. Change water a few times to remove salt. Cut into small pieces and fry in oil with the chopped onion. Add rice and fry for a few moments, then add the water. Cook on low fire, covered, until rice is ready (about 25 min).