Brazilian recipe
Classic Arroz à Grega
Arroz à grega is a quintessential Brazilian side dish, bringing together vibrant colors, textures, and a subtle sweetness that brightens up any meal.
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Ingredients
3 cups long-grain white rice
6 cups water
Salt to taste
Vegetable oil to taste
1 tbsp butter
1 box raisins
5 tbsp green peas
Carrot, diced to taste
Bell pepper, diced to taste
Onion, finely chopped to taste
Parsley, chopped to taste
Spring onions, sliced to taste
Grated Parmesan cheese to taste
6 cups water
Salt to taste
Vegetable oil to taste
1 tbsp butter
1 box raisins
5 tbsp green peas
Carrot, diced to taste
Bell pepper, diced to taste
Onion, finely chopped to taste
Parsley, chopped to taste
Spring onions, sliced to taste
Grated Parmesan cheese to taste
Where to find ingredients
Most ingredients like long-grain white rice, carrots, bell peppers, onions, parsley, and spring onions are standard in any local grocery store produce aisle. For the raisins, check the baking or dried fruit section. Green peas can be found in the frozen vegetable freezer cases or canned. Parmesan cheese is readily available in the dairy or deli section; for the best result, opt for a wedge to grate yourself, rather than pre-grated varieties.
Preparation method
- Pour the water into a pot and add a pinch of salt and a splash of oil
- Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat
- Add the rinsed rice to the pot and stir gently
- Turn the heat down to low
- Simmer until the water has been completely absorbed by the rice
- Take the rice off the heat and let it rest
- In a separate skillet or sauté pan, melt the butter
- Sauté the raisins and peas until heated through
- Transfer this mixture into a large mixing bowl
- Add the spring onions, diced carrots, bell peppers, onions, parsley, and Parmesan to the bowl
- Fold in the cooked rice to the rest of the ingredients in the bowl
- Toss everything gently until the colors and flavors are evenly distributed
Observations
This colorful rice dish is a staple for special occasions or a reliable way to jazz up your weeknight dinner rotation. It perfectly balances savory notes with a touch of sweetness from the raisins and a medley of fresh vegetables.
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