Brazilian recipe
Easy Homemade Beer Rice (Arroz com Cerveja)
Discover the secret behind beer rice, a unique Brazilian side dish that pairs perfectly with your weeknight meals with a simple and fuss-free preparation.
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Ingredients
1 small onion, grated
5 tablespoons vegetable oil
100g pork sausage (salsichão), diced
1 1/2 cups white rice
1 1/2 cups light beer
2 beef stock cubes
2 1/2 cups boiling water
8 pitted black olives
5 tablespoons vegetable oil
100g pork sausage (salsichão), diced
1 1/2 cups white rice
1 1/2 cups light beer
2 beef stock cubes
2 1/2 cups boiling water
8 pitted black olives
Where to find ingredients
Onions, vegetable oil, rice, and fresh beef stock cubes are easily found at any local grocery store or market in Guyana. For the 'salsichão', look for a good quality coarse-ground pork sausage at the local butcher or meat counter in the supermarket. Light beer can be picked up at any local beverage retailer—any standard mild, light-coloured lager will work perfectly. Black olives are typically found in the tinned goods aisle of major supermarkets.
Preparation method
- Sauté the grated onion in the oil using a heavy-bottomed pot
- Add the diced pork sausage and fry until lightly browned
- Stir in the rice and sauté well for a few minutes until coated
- Pour in the light beer, the beef stock dissolved in boiling water, and the chopped olives
- Give everything a good stir to combine the ingredients
- Cover the pot and let it simmer over low heat for about 15 minutes, or until all the liquid has been absorbed
- Serve the dish hot
Observations
Beer rice is a classic comfort dish from Brazil, beloved for its practical preparation and bold, distinctive flavour. Adding beer gives the rice a light texture and a unique depth, while also helping to soften the grains perfectly. This recipe is a fantastic choice when you want to switch up your usual routine without any extra hassle in the kitchen. It makes a great side dish for grilled meats, roast chicken, or can be enjoyed as a simple, savoury meal on its own.
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