Jump to Recipe SaveSaved! Pin Recipe This Portuguese Rice is fragrant, lightly spiced, and so comforting! You can easily eat a bowlful all on its own!  If you've ever been to Nando's, you'll know their rice is anything but boring—it's fluffy, golden, and full of flavor! This is my take on that classic side dish, and it's surprisingly easy to make at home.  The gentle spicing adds warmth without too much heat, making it a perfect family-friendly side dish.A squeeze of lemon at the end brightens everything up, making it taste fresh and vibrant.Whether you're planning a homemade Nando's night or just need a quick and tasty side dish, this Portuguese rice is sure to become a favorite at your table!  Ingredient Notes These notes are here to help make this recipe a success; they cover some but not all ingredients.

For a complete ingredient list, check out the recipe card below.Onion: You can use any onion that you have available.I use a regular brown onion.

But white or red works fine.Red bell pepper: This adds recognizable chunks of red to your yellow rice.However, you can use green, orange, or yellow bell peppers instead.

Garlic: As always, measure garlic with your heart! I think my recipe is a bit heavier on the garlic than Nando's, but for us, it is perfect!  Dried Cilantro/Coriander Leaves: You can find these with the jars of dried herbs and spices at the grocery store.If you can't stand the taste, you can leave them out.

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