Arroz Con Gandules (Puerto Rican Rice with Pigeon Peas)
Arroz Con Gandules, or Puerto Rican Rice with Pigeon Peas, is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings the tastes of Latin America right to your dining table. This one-pot meal combines tender rice and hearty pigeon peas, seasoned with aromatic herbs and spices. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or enjoying a cozy dinner at home, this dish is sure to impress with its colorful presentation and rich flavor profile. Ideal as a main course or a delightful side dish, Arroz Con Gandules offers versatility that suits any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Puerto Rican
Ingredients
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- 2 cups long-grain rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (15 oz) pigeon peas, drained
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt to taste
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 bay leaves
- 1/4 cup green olives, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion and diced bell pepper until softened (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in oregano, cumin, salt, and bay leaves. Mix well before adding the rice; stir until each grain is coated with oil.
- Gradually add chicken broth while gently stirring. Incorporate drained pigeon peas into the mixture.
- Bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and cover tightly. Simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender.
- After cooking time is complete, let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes before fluffing rice gently with a fork.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg