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Arroz Doce

Arroz Doce

Description: Sweet with yellow tone, creamy and sweet aroma.

Special characteristics: Jam made with water.

Species, varieties or breeds: Nothing to register a connection to the natural landscape: its confection is based on products from local agriculture.

Ingredients used: eggs, preferably homemade, water, sugar, rice, a pinch of salt, lemon peel and butter.

Preparation: In a saucepan, place the water, butter, salt and lemon peel. Bring to a boil. Add the rice and cook. Once the rice is cooked, add the sugar and bring to a boil. Separate the yolks from the white, beat the yolks and add them to the previous mixture, stirring constantly. After boiling, let it cook for about two minutes. Remove from the heat, remove the lemon peel and place it on a deep platter and let it cool. Sprinkle with cinnamon to taste.

Know-how: The eggs should preferably be homemade, the whites should be well removed from the yolks and these should be well beaten before joining the preparation. Currently, "carolino" rice is used.

Forms of commercialization: In restaurants.

Product availability: Throughout the year.

Product history: Rice and eggs were products that existed in rural homes and were made on festive dates.

Representativeness in local food: It is used on festive days.

Geographical area of production: Municipality of Vagos and neighboring locations.

Source: Confraria Gastronómica As Sainhas de Vagos