Arroz Brasileiro (Brazilian Rice)
Arroz Brasileiro is a savory and comforting Brazilian rice dish that brings vibrant flavors to your table. Sautéed onions, canned Italian plum tomatoes, and a rich vegan chicken broth infuse the rice with deep, savory notes. Garnished with fresh cilantro and tomato wedges, this simple yet delicious side dish pairs perfectly with a variety of main courses.
Simple Tasty Recipes
Ingredients for 6 Servings
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1/4 cup
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2
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1 1/2 cups
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3 cups
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3 full tsp
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10 ounces
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to taste
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to garnish
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to garnish
Time
Goes Great with
Method
- 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 (hot water mixed with vegan chicken seasoning), 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.
Notes:
From the cookbook "World of Cooking - The PBS Series."
Serving info: Total recipe: 1469g · Yields 6 portions · Portion size: 245g
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Portion | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy (kcal) | 112 | 275 | 14% |
| Carbohydrates (g) | 17.4 | 42.6 | 15% |
| ↳ of which sugars (g) | 1.2 | 3.0 | 6% |
| Dietary fiber (g) | 0.7 | 1.8 | 6% |
| Protein (g) | 1.8 | 4.3 | 9% |
| Total fat (g) | 3.9 | 9.4 | 12% |
| ↳ Saturated (g) | 0.5 | 1.3 | 7% |
| ↳ Monounsaturated (g) | 2.7 | 6.5 | - |
| ↳ Polyunsaturated (g) | 0.4 | 1.0 | - |
| ↳ Trans (g) | 0.0 | 0.0 | - |
| Sodium (mg) | 279 | 683 | 30% |
| Calcium (mg) | 7 | 17 | 1% |
| Iron (mg) | 0.3 | 0.8 | 4% |
| Potassium (mg) | 82 | 200 | 4% |
| Vitamin C (mg) | 2.4 | 5.8 | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 (µg) | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0% |
Ingredient data sources
- Olive oil — 54g — Oil, olive, salad or cooking — USDA SR Legacy
- Onions — 220g — Onions, raw — USDA SR Legacy
- Rice — 277g — Rice, white, long-grain, regular, raw, unenriched — USDA SR Legacy
- Canned plum tomatoes — 283g — Tomatoes, red, ripe, canned, packed in tomato juice — USDA SR Legacy
- Vegan chicken seasoning — 9g — Generic vegan bouillon powder — Manufacturer ⚠️
⚠️ = estimated or sourced outside the listed databases.
% Daily Value based on FDA 2020 Daily Values for adults (2,000 kcal diet).
Goes Great with
15 mins
