Carreteiro Rice

Carreteiro Rice is one of the most traditional dishes in Brazilian cuisine, celebrated for its rich combination of rice, dried beef, smoked sausage, and bacon. Full of flavour and tradition, this hearty recipe originated with the “carreteiros” — wagon drivers who travelled across the countryside transporting goods — and has since become a beloved classic throughout Brazil.

Made with simple ingredients and comforting flavours, Carreteiro Rice delivers an irresistible mix of textures and seasonings, perfect for family lunches, weekend gatherings, or sharing around the table. A rustic, practical, and flavour-packed recipe that brings authentic Brazilian tradition to every bite!

Products in the Kit:

• GRO-RIC4921 – Camil White Rice Type 1 1kg
• CHA-BCN0213 – Prisca Smoked Bacon 200g
• CHA-SMO0629 – Ipanema Dried Beef Pieces 450g
• CHA-SLS0532 – Prisca Smoked Calabresa Sausage 280g

Preparation

1. Cook the dried beef in a pressure cooker until tender. Remove, allow to cool, and shred. Set aside.
2. Remove the casing from the calabresa sausage and cut into cubes together with the bacon.
3. Dice the tomato and onion into small cubes and reserve.
4. Sauté the bacon and calabresa sausage until nicely golden.
5. Add the onion, tomato, chilli flakes, and shredded beef, mixing well to combine the flavours.
6. Stir in the rice and sauté for a few minutes.
7. Add hot water, adjust the salt if necessary, and cook over low heat until the rice is fully cooked and the liquid has evaporated.
8. Finish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Ingredients

• White rice
• Shredded dried beef
• Calabresa sausage
• Bacon
• Tomato
• Onion
• Chilli flakes
• Fresh parsley
• Salt to taste