Description
Arroz Con Gandules (Puerto Rican Rice with Pigeon Peas) is a vibrant and hearty dish that captures the essence of Puerto Rican cuisine. This comforting rice dish combines the nutty flavor of pigeon peas with fragrant spices, making it an ideal choice for family dinners, gatherings, or any occasion where delicious food is celebrated. It’s a versatile recipe that pairs beautifully with grilled chicken or can stand alone as a satisfying vegetarian option. With its straightforward preparation method and rich flavors, this dish promises to impress both friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups long-grain rice
- 1 can (15 oz) pigeon peas, drained
- 4 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and bell pepper; sauté until soft (about 5 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add cumin and oregano to the pot; stir for about a minute to release their flavors.
- Incorporate the rice into the pot, stirring well to coat with the seasoning mixture.
- Pour in chicken broth or vegetable broth along with the drained pigeon peas. Bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20-25 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Turn off heat and let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Puerto Rican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (210g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg