Best 4 Arroz De Pinga Brazilian Rum Rice Recipes

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Arroz de pinga is a traditional Brazilian dish made with rice, Brazilian rum, and a variety of other ingredients. It is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. The dish is believed to have originated in the state of Minas Gerais, where it is still a popular dish today. It is often served with feijão tropeiro, a dish made with beans, sausage, and bacon. Arroz de pinga is a delicious and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at your table.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

HORCHATA DE ARROZ (RICE DRINK)



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Refreshing rice drink with a hint of cinnamon. This version does not need to be boiled. Make a slush,if desired, by adding crushed ice. Enjoy!

Provided by LatinaCook

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Caribbean

Time 12h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
3 ½ cups cold water
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
½ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Place the rice in a bowl with enough water to cover it and let it soak overnight.
  • Strain the rice and discard the water. Stir the cold water and evaporated milk together. Place the drained rice into a blender along with half of the diluted milk. Blend until the rice is finely ground, about 30 seconds. Add the sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla; blend well. Pour in the remaining diluted milk; blend.
  • Line a strainer with two layers of cheesecloth. Place the strainer over another bowl to catch the liquid. Strain the rice milk through the cheesecloth, discard the solids. Repeat the process if necessary. Serve over ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396 calories, Carbohydrate 71.8 g, Cholesterol 27.4 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 9.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 108.8 mg, Sugar 34.7 g

ARROZ ROJO (MEXICAN RED RICE)



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Authentic Mexican red rice. Easy to make! Use a different chile if you want milder or hotter rice.

Provided by Paulette

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes     Spanish Rice Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 Roma (plum tomatoes), cored
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup minced onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
1 ¾ cups low-sodium chicken broth
¼ cup canned tomato sauce
1 jalapeno pepper, chopped
2 sprigs fresh cilantro
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Grate tomatoes into a bowl using a box grater; discard tomato skins.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat and cook onion until translucent, stirring often, about 5 minutes. Stir garlic into onion and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Stir rice into onion mixture and cook, stirring often, until rice is lightly toasted, about 3 more minutes. Stir grated tomato, chicken broth, and tomato sauce into the rice. Bring mixture to a boil.
  • Mix in jalapeno pepper, cilantro, and salt; reduce heat to low. Cover skillet and simmer until rice has absorbed the liquid, about 15 minutes. Do not lift the cover while the rice is cooking.
  • Turn off heat and let rice stand covered for 8 minutes. Fluff with a fork before transferring rice to a serving dish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.3 calories, Carbohydrate 35.1 g, Cholesterol 1.4 mg, Fat 6 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 108.7 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

ARROZ BRASILEIRO (BRAZILIAN RICE)



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Make and share this Arroz Brasileiro (Brazilian Rice) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Enjolinfam

Categories     Rice

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup olive oil
2 onions, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups rice
3 cups hot chicken broth (to make this vegetarian or vegan I use 3 cups hot water and 3 full tsp of Mckays Vegan Chicken seaso)
10 ounces Italian plum tomatoes, canned drained and chopped
salt, to taste
cilantro, to garnish
tomatoes, wedges to garnish

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onions and saute until transparent.
  • Add rice and cook, stirring constantly, until grains are coated with oil and rice is hot (about 3 minutes).
  • Add broth, tomatoes, and salt, and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to very low. Cover and cook until done, about 20 minutes.
  • Garnish with cilantro and tomatoes.

ARROZ(BRAZILIAN STYLE RICE)



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Make and share this Arroz(Brazilian Style Rice) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by LikeItLoveIt

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 cups long grain rice (I use Uncle Ben's)
8 cups water
1 medium onion, chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
salt

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large heavy saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add the chopped onion and cook until limp.
  • Do not let it brown!
  • Add the rice and sauté until the grains become shiny.
  • Add the water, cover the pan, and cook over low heat until all the water is absorbed and the grains are tender.

Tips for Making Arroz de Pinga

1. **Use high-quality rice:** Medium or long-grain rice works best for this dish. Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking to remove any starch and impurities. 2. **Toast the rice:** Toasting the rice in a little bit of oil before adding the liquid helps to develop its flavor and prevent it from becoming mushy. 3. **Use a flavorful broth:** The broth you use will greatly impact the flavor of the dish. A good-quality chicken or vegetable broth is a good option. You can also use water, but the flavor will be less intense. 4. **Add the rum at the right time:** Add the rum to the pot after the rice has been cooking for a few minutes. This will allow the alcohol to evaporate and leave behind its flavor. 5. **Let the rice rest before serving:** Once the rice is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help the rice to absorb all of the flavors and become more tender.

Conclusion

Arroz de pinga is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of rice, rum, and spices creates a unique flavor that is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a new dish to try, give arroz de pinga a try. You won't be disappointed!

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