Brazilian recipe
Traditional Charque Rice (Arroz à carreteiro)
A hearty, rustic one-pot meal featuring savory sun-dried beef and fresh herbs, perfect for a filling and authentic home-style dinner.
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Ingredients
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 onion, finely diced
2 tablespoons lard or vegetable oil
5 cups boiling water
800g charque, cut into small pieces and desalinated
Fresh green herbs (parsley and chives), chopped to taste
2 cups rice, washed and drained
1 onion, finely diced
2 tablespoons lard or vegetable oil
5 cups boiling water
800g charque, cut into small pieces and desalinated
Fresh green herbs (parsley and chives), chopped to taste
2 cups rice, washed and drained
Where to find ingredients
Find charque (or dried salted beef) at local butcher shops or specialty meat markets. Fresh herbs and staple pantry items are available at all neighborhood supermarkets and fresh produce markets.
Preparation method
- Soak the charque in water for several hours, changing the water multiple times to remove the excess salt.
- Heat the lard or oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté the onion until translucent, then add the garlic and cook until golden.
- Add the prepared charque and fry until it is well browned and aromatic.
- Stir in the rice, sautéing it with the meat for a few minutes to toast the grains slightly.
- Pour the boiling water over the rice and meat mixture.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for about 20 to 25 minutes until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
- Sprinkle with the chopped green herbs just before serving to add a fresh finish.
Observations
Arroz à carreteiro is a classic Brazilian dish rooted in the tradition of old-time wagoners (carreteiros) who needed durable, energy-dense meals on their long journeys. This recipe relies on the deep, salt-cured flavor of charque—a traditional dried beef—sautéed with aromatics and finished with fresh green herbs. It is a straightforward, comforting dish that brings authentic regional flavor to your table.
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