Arroz Carreteiro One-Pot Beef and Rice
A traditional Brazilian one-pot meal of savory shredded beef cooked with rice, tomatoes, and smoky sausage for a deeply satisfying dinner. This brazilian-inspired rice & grains ready in about 50 minutes pairs long grain rice, shredded beef chuck roast, sliced smoked sausage for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 2 cups long grain rice
- 1 lb, shredded beef chuck roast
- 150g, sliced smoked sausage
- 1 large, diced onion
- 4, minced garlic cloves
- 3 medium, diced tomatoes
- 4 cups beef broth
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
- to taste salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add 1 large diced onion and 4 minced garlic cloves, sauté for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb shredded beef chuck roast and 150g sliced smoked sausage to the pot, cook for 5 minutes stirring occasionally until browned.
- Step 3: Stir in 3 diced medium tomatoes and cook for 3 more minutes until tomatoes soften.
- Step 4: Add 2 cups long grain rice, stirring to coat grains in the flavorful mixture.
- Step 5: Pour in 4 cups beef broth, season with salt to taste and 1 tsp black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid absorbed.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and let rest covered for 5 minutes. Fluff rice with fork and garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Arroz Carreteiro One-Pot Beef and Rice take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Arroz Carreteiro One-Pot Beef and Rice?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep long grain rice from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Arroz Carreteiro One-Pot Beef and Rice?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Arroz Carreteiro One-Pot Beef and Rice for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Arroz Carreteiro One-Pot Beef and Rice?
Brazilian rice & grains like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My family couldn't get enough of this! So easy for a weeknight.
- ★★★★☆
Perfectly balanced flavors, and the one-pot made cleanup a breeze.
- ★★★★☆
Took a bit longer than the recipe said, but it was worth it.
