Fluffy white rice stirred with generous amounts of melted Paraguayan cheese until stretchy and golden — the simplest and most comforting of Paraguay's cheese-based staples.
Nutrition & Info
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Equipment Needed
Presentation Guide
Instructions
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Cook rice as normal. While still hot, add butter.
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Stir in cubed cheese immediately. Mix vigorously as the cheese melts into the rice.
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Continue stirring until the cheese is fully melted and the rice becomes stretchy and cohesive.
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Season with salt. Add scallion if desired.
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Serve immediately while the cheese is still stretchy and gooey.
Did You Know?
Paraguayan children often eat arroz quesu as their first solid comfort food — it's considered the edible equivalent of a warm hug.
Chef's Notes
The Story Behind Arroz Quesu
Arroz quesu combines the Spanish introduction of rice with Paraguay's abundant cheese production. This deceptively simple dish relies entirely on the quality of the cheese — true Paraguayan queso has a specific melting quality that creates the characteristic stretchiness. It is one of the most frequently eaten dishes in everyday Paraguayan homes, especially by children.
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