Fat Rice

Experience the bold and flavorful journey of *Fat Rice*, a one-pot wonder that brings together the vibrant culinary traditions of Portuguese, Chinese, and Southeast Asian cuisine. This hearty dish features tender bone-in chicken thighs, smoky Portuguese sausage, succulent shrimp, and briny mussels, all nestled atop fluffy jasmine rice infused with the rich flavors of garlic, onions, sweet paprika, and turmeric. Simmered to perfection in chicken stock with a splash of soy sauce, this comforting rice dish boasts layers of texture and taste, elevated by fragrant bay leaves and a final flourish of fresh cilantro and green onions. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this stunning recipe delivers a satisfying balance of savory, aromatic, and slightly spicy flavors in every bite. Ready in just over an hour, it’s a show-stopping meal that’s as easy to make as it is to love!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
• 2 links Portuguese sausage (chorizo or linguiça)
• 12 pieces Raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 12 pieces Mussels, cleaned
• 2 cups Jasmine rice
• 4 cups Chicken stock
• 4 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 large Yellow onion, diced
• 1 large Bell pepper, diced
• 2 medium Tomatoes, diced
• 2 teaspoons Sweet paprika
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 2 pieces Bay leaves
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 2 stalks Green onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken thighs with salt and ground black pepper. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs, skin-side down, and sear until golden and crispy, about 5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Cook the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the diced tomatoes, sweet paprika, turmeric powder, and bay leaves. Cook for another 2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.

Step 5

Add the jasmine rice to the pot and stir to coat the grains with the vegetable and spice mixture.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken stock and soy sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 7

Return the seared chicken thighs to the pot, nestling them into the rice. Cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for 25 minutes.

Step 8

While the rice and chicken are cooking, slice the Portuguese sausage into thin rounds and lightly brown them in a separate skillet. Set aside.

Step 9

After 25 minutes, add the cooked sausage, raw shrimp, and cleaned mussels to the pot, placing them on top of the rice. Cover and cook for another 10 minutes, or until the shrimp turns pink and mussels open up.

Step 10

Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped cilantro and sliced green onions, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy your Fat Rice!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3719.1 grams (3719.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3935

Total Fat 204.60g	262%
Saturated Fat 51.60g	258%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 1191mg	397%
Sodium 7124mg	310%
Total Carbohydrate 200.40g	73%
Dietary Fiber 16.50g	59%
Total Sugars 28.40g
Protein 321.20g	642%

Vitamin D 161IU	805%
Calcium 689mg	53%
Iron 28mg	157%
Potassium 4885mg	104%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.9%

Protein: 32.7%

Carbs: 20.4%