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Nutritional Values
450kcal
28gProtein
50gCarbs
12gFat
3gFibre
350 gServing
* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🦐 Shellfish
Seafood Rice
How to order / say it
Say it
Arroz de Marisco — [ah-ROSH deh mah-REESH-coo]
Order
I'd like the arroz de marisco, please.
Locally
Quero o arroz de marisco, por favor.
Say locally
Rich, flavorful rice dish featuring an array of fresh seafood.
Why try it?
This dish embodies Lisbon's connection to the sea, showcasing the freshest seafood combined with the comforting warmth of rice. It's a signature of festive gatherings and a culinary homage to Portugal's maritime heritage.
How it tastes
The dish is a medley of flavorful and tender seafood, enhanced by aromatic herbs and spices. The rice absorbs the seafood's essence, offering bold marine flavors with every bite.
Origin & History — first documented: 1880
Arroz de Marisco's roots can be traced back to fishing communities along Portugal's coast in the late 19th century. It was created to utilize the day's fresh catch and gradually became a celebrated dish at family gatherings.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🦐 150 g shrimp
- 🦐 150 g clams
- 🌾 200 g rice
- 🥕 100 g tomato
- 🧄 50 g onion
- 🫒 30 ml olive oil
Method
- 1 Cook onions and tomatoes in olive oil until softened.
- 2 Add rice and broth, simmering until rice is almost done.
- 3 Add seafood and season, cooking until seafood is just done.
- 4 Serve immediately, garnished with parsley or cilantro.
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