Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of the Northeastern Brazilian classic, Arroz de Leite Nordestino Salgado, a creamy rice dish cooked in milk and served with succulent, crispy Carne de Sol. Perfect for a satisfying dinner, this easy-to-make recipe captures the heart of Brazil's traditional cuisine.
Ingredients
🍚 2 cups White Rice
💧 4 cups Water
🧂 1 tablespoon Salt
🥛 4 cups Milk
🥩 500g Carne de Sol (sun-dried beef)
🛢️ 100ml Vegetable Oil for frying
Instructions
1- Cook the Rice:
- Place 2 cups of white rice into a large cooking pot.
- Add 4 cups of water and 1 tablespoon of salt, then stir well.
2- Simmer:
- Cover the pot and cook on medium heat until the water evaporates and the rice grains are tender.
3- Add Creaminess:
- Pour in 4 cups of milk.
- Gently stir to mix and continue cooking until the mixture thickens, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
4- Finish Cooking:
- Once the rice is creamy and the grains are fully cooked, remove from heat.
5- Prep the Meat:
- Cut 500g of carne de sol into bite-sized chunks.
6- Fry:
- Heat oil in a frying pan until hot.
- Add the meat chunks and fry until browned and crispy on the outside.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 5
Calories: ~400 per serving
Proteins: ~20g per serving
Fats: ~15g per serving
Carbohydrates: ~50g per serving
Equipment: Large Cooking Pot, Frying Pan with Wooden Handle, Tramontina Chef's Knife, Wooden Cutting Board, Metal Serving Spoon, Measuring Cups
Cooking Tips
- For added flavor, incorporate "manteiga de garrafa" or "nata" while cooking the rice.
- Use the traditional 1:2 ratio of rice to liquid for perfect creaminess.
- Alternative beef cuts can replace Carne de Sol if unavailable.
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