Arroz de Pinga (Brazilian Rum Rice)

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 1

Arroz de Pinga (Brazilian Rum Rice) that will keep you warm

by The Chefin Rice

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

283

Sugar

Fat

12g

Arroz de Pinga is a traditional Brazilian dish that is popular in the state of Minas Gerais. This hearty rice dish is cooked with garlic, bay leaves, cherry tomatoes, and Brazilian sugar cane rum (cachaca). It is a comforting meal that is perfect for cold winter nights. The aroma of rum adds a sweet and unique flavor to the rice, making it a favorite among locals and tourists alike. It can be served as a side dish or as a main course with a variety of meats or vegetables.

Instructions

1.	In a bowl, add the chopped garlics, bay leaves, and cherry tomatoes.
2.	In a clean pot, heat the olive oil.
3.	Add the contents of the bowl and fry until the garlic becomes fragrant.
4.	Put 2 cups of white rice into the pot and stir until they are coated with the tomato sauce.
5.	Pour hot water, add salt to taste and mix gently.
6.	Cover the pot and bring the rice to a boil over high heat.
7.	Lower the heat to low and cook for 20 minutes.
8.	After 20 minutes, turn off the heat, add Brazilian sugar cane rum (cachaca), and mix everything gently.
9.	Leave the pot covered for another 3-5 minutes, allowing the rice to absorb the rum's flavor.
10.	Serve hot with your choice of meat or vegetables. Enjoy!

PROS

Arroz de Pinga is a delicious twist to the typical white rice.
The addition of Brazilian sugar cane rum adds a subtle sweetness and richness to the rice.

It is an easy and quick dish to make and requires only a few ingredients.

CONS

Arroz de Pinga is not a low-calorie dish and should be consumed in moderation.

The aroma of rum may be too strong for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Rice is a rich source of energy and is easy to digest. It is also low in fat and sodium, making it good for the heart and overall health.
The garlic and bay leaves used in the recipe have anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.

	3 3/4 tablespoons olive oil
	3 cloves garlic , chopped
	4 bay leaves
	12 cherry tomatoes , chopped
	2 cups white rice
	4 1/4 cups hot water
	salt to taste
	3 tablespoons cachaca ( Brazilian sugar can rum )