Arroz de Hauçá | É de Casa

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based option, while chicken thighs are less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a more budget-friendly option.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried basil

Dried basil can provide a similar aromatic quality.

Start with leftover rice from the fridge; it can be rice from the day before.

Heat olive oil in a pan.

Add dried beef (charque) that has been desalted.

Add chopped onion and colored bell peppers (red and yellow), avoiding green to prevent bloating.

Stir in minced garlic, chopped chili pepper, and ginger.

Add turmeric and smoked paprika; mix well.

Pour in coconut milk and palm oil for flavor.

Add diced tomato at the end for color.

Cooking Techniques

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