Brazilian recipe
Classic stir-fried rice (Arroz à moda chinesa)
Whip up this popular comfort dish, a staple in Brazilian households featuring rice, ham, eggs, and peas for a quick, flavorful meal.
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Ingredients
4 cups cooked, chilled white rice
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
Salt, to taste
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
1/2 cup diced cooked ham
1/2 cup cooked or canned peas
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
Salt, to taste
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
1/2 cup diced cooked ham
1/2 cup cooked or canned peas
Where to find ingredients
You can find these staples at local markets and supermarkets in Georgetown or throughout Guyana. Look for the produce section for fresh green onions. For high-quality ham and pantry essentials like rice, oil, and canned peas, visit your neighborhood grocery store or one of the larger supermarkets in the city.
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
- Pour the beaten eggs into the hot oil and cook, stirring constantly, until just beginning to set; be careful not to overcook as they will heat through again with the rice
- Season the scrambled eggs with salt and set them aside
- In the same pan or a larger one, heat the remaining oil and sauté the chopped green onions for a few moments
- Add the cold, cooked rice to the pan, stirring quickly to ensure it does not stick to the bottom
- Pour in the Worcestershire sauce, if using
- Fold in the diced ham and peas, continuing to stir and heat everything through
- Break the reserved scrambled eggs into smaller, bite-sized pieces
- Add the egg pieces to the rice, mixing well until all ingredients are fully incorporated and piping hot
Observations
Often referred to as Arroz à moda chinesa, this dish is a beloved staple across Brazil, prized for its remarkable versatility and savory appeal. It is frequently made using leftover cooked rice, turning what would otherwise be a simple side dish into a complete and satisfying meal. The dish owes its enduring popularity to how easily it comes together and the harmonious way its ingredients balance each other, making it an ideal choice for a speedy, delicious lunch or dinner.
This recipe is the perfect solution for anyone looking to put leftover rice to good use, transforming it into a vibrant, flavor-packed dish. With basic pantry staples and a straightforward cooking method, it has firmly established itself as a go-to classic in the Brazilian kitchen.
This recipe is the perfect solution for anyone looking to put leftover rice to good use, transforming it into a vibrant, flavor-packed dish. With basic pantry staples and a straightforward cooking method, it has firmly established itself as a go-to classic in the Brazilian kitchen.
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