Arroz de Pequi

Arroz de Pequi is a vibrant and aromatic Brazilian rice dish that showcases the unique flavor of pequi fruit, combined with colorful vegetables and spices. This vegetarian delight captures the essence of Brazilian cuisine while being simple to prepare.

Ingredients

• Arroz (rice) - 1 cup
• Pequi (fresh or canned) - 100 grams
• Vegetable broth - 2 cups
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Bell pepper (red or yellow) - 1, diced
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lime - 1, cut into wedges (for serving)

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Stir in the diced bell pepper and cook for another 2-3 minutes until softened.
4. Add the diced tomato and cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the mixture to meld together.
5. Add the rice to the pan, stirring well to coat it with the vegetable mixture.
6. Pour in the vegetable broth and add the pequi. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
7. Cover and let the rice simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
8. Remove from heat and fluff the rice with a fork. Stir in the chopped cilantro and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
9. Serve hot, garnished with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
• Water: 0.45 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the vegetables.
• Pequi is known for its antioxidant properties and healthy fats.

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