THE CHARRED SAUSAGE GRAINS

(Our Play on Arroz de Chouriço)

THE CHARRED SAUSAGE GRAINS

Ingredients: 200g Chouriço (sliced), 300g Carolino or Long-grain rice, 1 Onion (diced), 2 cloves Garlic, 1 Carrot (minced), 1 tsp Smoked paprika, 1 tsp Black pepper, 700ml Chicken stock, 1 tbsp Wine vinegar...

Ingredients

  • 200g Chouriço (sliced)
  • 300g Carolino or Long-grain rice
  • 1 Onion (diced)
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 Carrot (minced)
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Black pepper
  • 700ml Chicken stock
  • 1 tbsp Wine vinegar

Cooking Method

  1. The Scorch Fry chouriço until the fat renders and the meat is rock-hard crispy; remove.
  2. The Architect Sauté onion, carrot, and garlic in the red fat until soft.
  3. The Bloom Add rice, paprika, and pepper with a 30ml splash of stock; toast for 1 minute to release the oils.
  4. The Swell Add remaining stock; cover and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
  5. The Marriage Return chouriço; stir in vinegar to sharpen the fat.
  6. The Final Flourish Top with a massive hit of raw fresh parsley and extra black pepper.

Cuisine: Portuguese

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