Brazilian recipe
Easy Brazilian-style fried rice (arroz à moda chinesa)
Whip up this tasty, no-fuss Brazilian-style fried rice—a classic family favourite featuring cooked rice, eggs, ham, and peas. It’s the perfect quick meal!
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Ingredients
4 cups cold cooked rice
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 eggs
Salt to taste
1/2 cup chopped spring onions
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
1/2 cup chopped cooked ham
1/2 cup cooked or tinned peas
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 eggs
Salt to taste
1/2 cup chopped spring onions
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
1/2 cup chopped cooked ham
1/2 cup cooked or tinned peas
Where to find ingredients
Most of these ingredients are basic pantry staples found in any local supermarket or grocery store. Look for spring onions in the fresh produce section. Cooked ham is readily available at any deli counter or in the pre-packaged meat aisle. For peas, you can find them in the tinned goods aisle or the freezer cabinet depending on your preference. Worcestershire sauce is typically located in the condiments or sauce aisle. If you are specifically looking for Brazilian or Latin American ingredients to add more depth, check out specialty international food shops which often stock items imported directly from Brazil.
Preparation method
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a frying pan or wok
- Crack the eggs into a small bowl and beat them until combined
- Add the beaten eggs to the hot oil and scramble them gently, keeping them slightly soft since they'll finish cooking when tossed with the rice
- Season the scrambled eggs with a pinch of salt and set them aside
- In the same pan, heat the remaining oil and toss in the spring onions, stirring for a few moments until fragrant
- Tip in the cold cooked rice, giving it a good stir over medium heat to prevent it from sticking to the base of the pan
- Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, if you're using it
- Fold in the chopped ham and peas, keeping everything moving so it heats through evenly
- Break the reserved scrambled eggs into smaller, bite-sized pieces
- Mix the egg pieces into the rice and stir well, heating everything until perfectly combined and steaming hot
Observations
Known for its versatility and punchy flavour, arroz à moda chinesa is a staple in Brazilian kitchens. It’s the ultimate way to repurpose leftover cooked rice into a satisfying, hearty meal. Its popularity comes down to how easy it is to throw together and the classic combination of ingredients that makes it a reliable go-to for a busy weeknight lunch or dinner.
This recipe is a lifesaver when you need a practical way to use up yesterday's rice and turn it into something vibrant and packed with flavour. With simple pantry staples and a straightforward method, it’s a true, no-nonsense comfort food.
This recipe is a lifesaver when you need a practical way to use up yesterday's rice and turn it into something vibrant and packed with flavour. With simple pantry staples and a straightforward method, it’s a true, no-nonsense comfort food.
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