Brazilian recipe
Brazilian Rice Salad (Arroz à grega)
Arroz à grega is a beloved Brazilian classic, bringing a burst of color and nutrition to your plate in one simple, crowd-pleasing side dish.
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Ingredients
3 cups long-grain rice
6 cups water
Salt to taste
Vegetable oil to taste
1 tablespoon butter
1 box raisins
5 spoons green peas
Carrot to taste, diced
Bell pepper to taste, diced
Onion to taste, finely chopped
Parsley to taste, chopped
Spring onions to taste, sliced
Grated Parmesan cheese to taste
6 cups water
Salt to taste
Vegetable oil to taste
1 tablespoon butter
1 box raisins
5 spoons green peas
Carrot to taste, diced
Bell pepper to taste, diced
Onion to taste, finely chopped
Parsley to taste, chopped
Spring onions to taste, sliced
Grated Parmesan cheese to taste
Where to find ingredients
Rice, salt, oil, and basic vegetables like carrots, onions, and bell peppers are easily found in any local supermarket or neighborhood market stall. For fresh herbs, visit a local 'mama mboga' or the fresh produce section of your grocery store. Sultanas or raisins, green peas (often found in the frozen or canned section), and Parmesan cheese are widely available in major Kenyan supermarkets or larger retail outlets in the dairy and pantry aisles.
Preparation method
- Pour the water into a pot and stir in the salt and a splash of oil
- Place over medium heat and bring to a boil
- Add the rinsed rice and give it a gentle stir
- Lower the heat and cover the pot
- Cook until all the water has been absorbed
- Remove from the heat and set the rice aside
- In a separate frying pan or casserole dish, melt the butter
- Sauté the raisins and peas until lightly warmed
- Transfer the sautéed mixture into a large mixing bowl
- Add the spring onions, diced carrot, bell pepper, onion, parsley, and Parmesan to the bowl
- Gently fold the cooked rice into the vegetable mixture
- Mix everything carefully until well combined and perfectly colorful
Observations
This vibrant rice dish is a staple for special Sunday lunches or holiday feasts. It perfectly balances savory vegetables with a touch of sweetness from raisins, making it an excellent way to elevate your everyday meals with a festive, homemade feel.
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