Brazilian recipe
Colorful Rice with Carrots, Corn, and Peas (Arroz colorido com cenoura, milho e ervilhas)
Prepare this vibrant colorful rice, packed with vegetables and a sweet hint of tropical fruits. It is a complete, practical meal perfect for your daily menu.
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Ingredients
30 ml margarine
1 chopped onion
1 grated carrot
1 can of corn
1 can of peas
1 can of mixed vegetables
240 ml pre-cooked sliced green beans
1/2 chopped red bell pepper
1/2 chopped yellow bell pepper
1/2 chopped green bell pepper
2 chicken bouillon cubes
1.2 liters cooked rice
60 g grated parmesan cheese
1/2 diced mango
1 diced apple
3 diced pineapple slices
Shrimp to taste (optional)
Salt to taste
1 chopped onion
1 grated carrot
1 can of corn
1 can of peas
1 can of mixed vegetables
240 ml pre-cooked sliced green beans
1/2 chopped red bell pepper
1/2 chopped yellow bell pepper
1/2 chopped green bell pepper
2 chicken bouillon cubes
1.2 liters cooked rice
60 g grated parmesan cheese
1/2 diced mango
1 diced apple
3 diced pineapple slices
Shrimp to taste (optional)
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh vegetables and fruits in the produce section of local supermarkets or farmers markets. Canned goods and staples like rice and margarine are available in the aisles of any general grocery store.
Preparation method
- Heat the margarine in a large pan and sauté the chopped onion over medium heat until it becomes slightly translucent.
- Add the shrimp, carrot, green beans, bell peppers, corn, mixed vegetables, peas, and chicken bouillon, stirring well and adjusting the salt to taste.
- In a large baking dish, mix the cooked rice, diced fruits, and the sautéed vegetables, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese over the entire surface of the rice in the baking dish.
- Finish by garnishing the dish with fresh parsley or cilantro leaves before serving at the table.
Observations
This colorful rice is an excellent way to use up leftover cooked rice and turn it into a unique one-pot meal. The combination of sautéed vegetables with the freshness of diced mango, apple, and pineapple creates an irresistible sweet-and-savory flavor that the whole family will enjoy. If you prefer a version with more protein, feel free to add sautéed shrimp during the vegetable sautéing process.
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