Arroz de enfermo

Arroz de enfermo is a traditional rice dish originating from Catalonia. As the name suggests, it’s most commonly served to people who aren’t feeling well or have a cold. The dish is usually prepared with a simple combination of Spanish rice, water, olive oil, garlic, parsley, and salt. The garlic is sautéed, the rice is coated with the oil, and the dish is then simmered until the rice kernels become very tender and more than half of the water is absorbed, as arroz de enfermo should have a soupy consistency if properly prepared. The dish is usually garnished with chopped parsley before serving.