How to Make Brazilian Sweet Banana and Rice Dish - A Step-by-Step Guide

Brazilian cuisine is known for its diverse and flavorful dishes, and one of the most beloved desserts is the Brazilian sweet banana and rice dish, known as "doce de banana e arroz." This traditional recipe combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with the creamy texture of rice, creating a delightful and comforting dessert that is perfect for any occasion.

What makes this dish truly special is the combination of simple ingredients that come together to create a rich and indulgent desser...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups lemon juice
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon rum
  • 6 ripe bananas, halved lengthwise
  • 7 cups water
  • 3 ½ cups brown rice
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • 2 (4 ounce) links sausage
  • 2 pinches dried dill
  • 2 pinches dried basil

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 50 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 10 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Combine lemon juice, sugar, butter, and rum in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar is dissolved and sauce thickens slightly, about 10 minutes.
  • Arrange bananas cut-side down in the baking dish. Pour enough sauce over bananas to cover, reserving any extra sauce for serving.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bananas are soft and sticky, about 30 minutes.
  • Bring water and brown rice to a boil in another saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, 45 to 50 minutes.
  • Combine black beans and diced tomatoes in a skillet over low heat; heat until warmed through, about 10 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sausage links; cook, flipping often, until no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes. Slice sausage into small pieces.
  • Scoop rice into a large bowl. Pour black beans on top. Sprinkle dill and basil on top. Add sausage; mix gently to combine. Serve bananas alongside.
  • Nutrition

    932 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 27mg
    • Sodium: 1016mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 178g
    • Dietary Fiber: 18g
    • Total Sugars: 52g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 57mg
    • Calcium: 152mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 1462mg