12 Carreteiro rice recipes for a practical and tasty meal

Food is also history, and this is a good one. It is said that the recipe for Carreteiro rice appeared in the south of Brazil, when street vendors traveled in carts pulled by oxen. In their meals they prepared, using clay pots, a mixture of rice and beef jerky – a simple and easy dish. From the carts came the name, and soon the tradition spread.

Since then, this combination has become popular throughout Brazil, both for its simplicity and for its flavor.

Far beyond the traditional recipe with jerky, the carreteiro has been reinventing itself and gaining new versions, one more appetizing than the other. And there is even an option for vegetarians, do you believe? Check below a selection that starts with the most traditional suggestions and goes to those with special ingredients, such as dark beer.

1. Simple wagon rice

The secret to the success of this dish here is the way to prepare the jerky. It needs to be soaked in water for a few hours. Then change the water and shred the pieces. It’s that story: food made with dedication tastes even better. Preparation instructions can be found at this link.

2. Pressed rice

If you’re a little apprehensive about using the pressure cooker, it’s time to take on the challenge. After all, the utensil makes cooking time much more practical. And this recipe here is proof of that. The meat goes whole in the pressure cooker, along with onion and water. After just over 30 minutes, it’s ready! See more instructions for preparing this delight and try it at home!

3. Carreteiro rice with jerky, bacon and pepperoni

Yes, it is possible to take your carter beyond the traditional combination of beef jerky and rice. This option here, which yields four portions, has pepperoni and chopped bacon, which contribute to the delicious and smoky flavor of the dish. Check out the full recipe.

4. Carreteiro rice with minced meat, bacon and pepperoni

Although the ingredients can be changed according to your taste, there is something fundamental in this path: the meat must cook together with the rice. This ensures that each bite comes with that unique taste, you know? The recipe is worth writing down!

5. Whole grain rice

Do you think it’s just using white rice that you make a beautiful carter? None of that! Here, brown rice that was frozen became the protagonist of a dish full of flavor, which still has chopped peppers. Access the step by step and see more details of your preparation.

6. Carreteiro rice with barbecue leftovers

Once you know this recipe, you will want to make – on purpose – a little more barbecue. Made in the electric rice cooker and using whole grains, the dish can go beyond beef. Try mixing in leftover sausage or chicken! It looks wonderful. This post presents all the instructions for making this treat.

7. Carreteiro rice with barbecue leftovers and bacon

Excellent option for those who don’t want to waste anything in the fridge, this Carreteiro rice is a dish with that taste of homemade food that we love. The proposal is to use 2 cups of leftover roasted barbecue, bacon in small cubes, onion, garlic and girl’s finger pepper. For more details and the full list of ingredients, visit the recipe.

8. Carreteiro rice with meat and sausage

The weekend barbecue is one of those great times to gather the family around the table. However, this union may continue in the following days. Roast meat becomes a neat carter – and another nice excuse to get close to those you like. To check out the recipe in the photo above, just access the list of ingredients and instructions at this link.

9. Carreteiro rice with coalho cheese

There are interesting ways – and super tasty, of course – to serve your rice carreteiro. How about inside a pepper stuffed with mozzarella cheese? It makes your mouth water just imagining it… And that’s not all: 2 cups of cubed curd cheese are added to the plate, making everything even more delicious. See how to make the video above!

10. Carreteiro rice with eggplant

More than a carter, this preparation here is just like a hot salad – and it goes very well with rice. To serve 6 generous portions, you need 1 kilo of leftover barbecue (or jerky, if you prefer) and 3 cups of rice. 6 jilós split in half must cook together with the rice, while a layer of cabbage is added later over the pan. Learn how to prepare this different version.

11. Carreteiro rice with black beer, egg and grated cheese

A very different version of the traditional one, but equally appetizing? Here it is. That’s the beauty of cooking, being able to make changes according to what you feel like – or giving soup in the pantry. This time, the dish’s differential is the use of two cans of dark beer, 8 free-range eggs and grated mozzarella. Go to the recipe post and see the step by step.

12. Vegetarian carrot rice

Even those who don’t eat meat can enjoy this dish, just make a few substitutions here and there. This proposal is made with seitan, wheat protein. It is important to mention that the ingredient is not suitable for those who have gluten intolerance. For the list of ingredients and method of preparation, check out the complete step by step.

Have any of these recipes caught your eye? Or do you have your own favorite carter recipe? Share with us in the comments!