Brazilian recipe
Coloured Rice with Carrots, Sweetcorn, and Peas (Arroz colorido com cenoura, milho e ervilhas)
Prepare this vibrant coloured rice, packed with vegetables and a sweet touch of tropical fruit. A complete, practical meal perfect for everyday dining.
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Ingredients
30 ml margarine
1 onion, chopped
1 carrot, grated
1 tin sweetcorn
1 tin peas
1 tin mixed vegetables
240 ml green beans, sliced and pre-cooked
75 ml red pepper, chopped
75 ml yellow pepper, chopped
75 ml green pepper, chopped
2 chicken stock cubes
1.2 litres cooked rice
60 g Parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 mango, cubed
1 apple, cubed
3 pineapple slices, chopped
Prawns to taste (optional)
Salt to taste
1 onion, chopped
1 carrot, grated
1 tin sweetcorn
1 tin peas
1 tin mixed vegetables
240 ml green beans, sliced and pre-cooked
75 ml red pepper, chopped
75 ml yellow pepper, chopped
75 ml green pepper, chopped
2 chicken stock cubes
1.2 litres cooked rice
60 g Parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 mango, cubed
1 apple, cubed
3 pineapple slices, chopped
Prawns to taste (optional)
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find all fresh produce and canned goods at any local supermarket. Opt for firm apples and ripe but not overly soft mangoes for the best texture. If you cannot find a pre-mixed tin of vegetables, you can create your own blend using fresh or frozen diced carrots, peas, and potatoes.
Preparation method
- Heat the margarine in a large pan and sauté the chopped onion over medium heat until slightly translucent
- Add the prawns, carrot, green beans, peppers, sweetcorn, mixed vegetables, peas, and chicken stock cubes, stirring well and adjusting the salt
- In a large serving dish, combine the cooked rice, chopped fruit, and the vegetable mixture, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the entire surface of the assembled rice dish
- Finish by garnishing the dish with fresh parsley or coriander leaves before serving
Observations
This colourful rice dish is an excellent way to repurpose leftover cooked rice into a unique one-pot meal. The combination of sautéed vegetables with the freshness of mango, apple, and pineapple creates an irresistible sweet and savoury flavour that the whole family will love. If you prefer a more protein-rich version, feel free to add grilled prawns during the sautéing process.
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