Mountain Rice (Arroz Da Serra) – Portuguese Brazil

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2

Mountain Rice (Arroz Da Serra) - Portuguese Brazil is a delicious and filling meal perfect for any day of the week

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

475

Sugar

Fat

26g

Mountain Rice (Arroz Da Serra) - Portuguese Brazil is a traditional dish that originates from the mountain areas of Brazil. It is a hearty and filling meal that can be made with a variety of ingredients based on available resources. The dish is a combination of rice, ground beef, and green bananas, often topped with fresh goat cheese. The dish is a favorite among many Brazilians due to its simplicity and versatility.

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
2.	Add the rice and reduce heat to low, stirring gently.
3.	Cover and cook for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water has been absorbed.
4.	Peel the green bananas and slice them into rounds.
5.	In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
6.	Add the ground beef and cook for 5-7 minutes or until browned.
7.	Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
8.	In the same skillet, add the sliced bananas and cook for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown.
9.	Add the beef back to the skillet with the bananas and stir to combine.
10.	Serve the beef and banana mixture over a generous helping of rice with crumbled fresh goat cheese on top.

PROS

Mountain Rice is a hearty and filling meal that can be made with simple and inexpensive ingredients.

The addition of fresh goat cheese adds a creamy and tangy flavor that pairs well with the savory beef and sweet bananas.

CONS

Green bananas can be difficult to find in some areas, and the process of peeling and slicing them can be time-consuming.
The dish also contains a higher amount of fat and calories due to the use of ground beef and goat cheese.

If you are watching your calorie or fat intake, you may want to enjoy this dish in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Mountain Rice does contain higher amounts of fat and calories, it also provides a good source of protein and carbohydrates.
The dish is also rich in Vitamin B-6, which can help support healthy brain function and energy production. The green bananas used in the dish provide potassium, fiber, and Vitamin C.

	2 cups rice
	1 lb ground beef
	6 green bananas
	1 tablespoon vegetable oil
	1/2 lb fresh goat cheese