Brazilian recipe
Classic Chinese-style Rice (Arroz à moda chinesa)
Whip up this popular Brazilian staple, a hearty stir-fry of leftover rice, eggs, ham, and peas. It's the perfect quick and flavoursome meal.
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Ingredients
4 cups cooked, chilled rice
60ml vegetable oil
2 large eggs
Salt to taste
50g spring onions, finely chopped
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)
100g cooked ham, finely diced
100g canned or cooked garden peas
60ml vegetable oil
2 large eggs
Salt to taste
50g spring onions, finely chopped
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)
100g cooked ham, finely diced
100g canned or cooked garden peas
Where to find ingredients
You can find all these staples at any major UK supermarket. Look for high-quality ham in the deli section and choose long-grain or basmati rice for the best texture when stir-frying. As a substitute for the Brazilian-style ham, standard cooked Wiltshire ham or diced gammon works perfectly.
Preparation method
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a frying pan or wok.
- Crack the eggs into a small bowl and whisk them thoroughly.
- Add the beaten eggs to the hot oil and scramble, stirring constantly until just set; be careful not to overcook them as they will be heated further with the rice.
- Season the scrambled eggs with salt and set them aside.
- In the same pan, heat the remaining oil and sauté the chopped spring onions for a few moments.
- Toss in the chilled cooked rice, stirring quickly to ensure it does not stick to the base of the pan.
- Drizzle in the Worcestershire sauce, if using.
- Fold in the diced ham and the peas, stirring continuously until everything is piping hot.
- Break the reserved scrambled eggs into smaller pieces.
- Mix the egg pieces into the rice, heating the dish through until all components are well combined and steaming.
Observations
Arroz à moda chinesa is a beloved fixture in Brazilian kitchens, celebrated for its versatility and savoury profile. Often whipped up using leftover cooked rice, it transforms humble ingredients into a complete, comforting meal. Its popularity stems from how straightforward it is to prepare, with a harmonious balance of ingredients that makes it an excellent choice for a speedy lunch or a fuss-free midweek dinner.
This recipe is ideal for anyone looking for a practical way to repurpose the previous day's rice, turning it into a vibrant, flavour-packed dish. With simple pantry staples and a no-nonsense cooking method, this meal has cemented its place as a true weeknight hero in Brazilian households.
This recipe is ideal for anyone looking for a practical way to repurpose the previous day's rice, turning it into a vibrant, flavour-packed dish. With simple pantry staples and a no-nonsense cooking method, this meal has cemented its place as a true weeknight hero in Brazilian households.
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