Ingredients:

• 2 cups Santo Grão Rice
• 4 cups water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 pound cured meat (e.g., chorizo, bacon, or ham), diced
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 cup canned tomatoes, diced
• 1/2 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• Lemon wedges (for serving)

Instructions:
Cook the Rice:
Bring the 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium pot. Add a pinch of salt and the Santo Grão Rice. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer until the water is absorbed and the rice is cooked, about 15-20 minutes. Set aside.

Prepare the Cured Meat:
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced cured meat and cook until it becomes crispy and browned. Remove and set aside, leaving the fat in the skillet.
Sauté the Vegetables:

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic in the same skillet with the fat from the cured meat. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
Add the chopped red and green bell peppers. Cook until they start to soften, about 5 minutes.

Add Tomatoes and Peas:
Stir in the diced canned tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes.
Add the green peas and smoked paprika. Mix well and cook until the peas are heated through.

Combine Ingredients:
Add the cooked Santo Grão Rice to the skillet with the vegetables and mix well.
Add the crispy cured meat back into the skillet. Stir everything together until well combined.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serve:
Transfer the Arroz com Carne Curada to a serving dish. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro or parsley.
Serve with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.
This savory Arroz com Carne Curada using Santo Grão Rice is a hearty and flavorful dish for any occasion. Enjoy it with family and friends!