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Arroz gordo (literally Fat rice) is a rice dish that is often consumed by Eurasian communities in Goa, Macao, Malaysia, and Singapore.[2] It has been likened to a variant of Paella.[3]

Arroz gordo

Place of origin	Macau[1]
Cookbook: Arroz gordo

Etymology

The gordo in Arroz gordo denotes the richness and expanse of the ingredients.[4]

History

Arroz gordo is often eaten during festive and/or special occasions,[2] such as Christmas.[5]

Ingredients

While different recipes call for different ingredients, Arroz gordo contains rice, chorizo (or sausage), Chicken, Pork and hard-boiled eggs.[2][3][5]

The dish can take two days or more to make.[3]

Curiosities

The Chicago restaurant Fat Rice takes its name from the dish.

References

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