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arroz con gandules

(2 ratings)
Clairessar avatar
Blue Ribbon Recipe by
Clairessa Raine
@Clairessar
Columbus, GA

This is a recipe that my grandma makes for Spanish Rice. Mine is not exactly like hers, but it is pretty dang close! To include my Puerto Rican touch, I added a tad bit more ingredients.

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Clairessa's Spanish rice is fantastic. This Arroz Con Gandules recipe is full of spices and Spanish flavor. We opted to add cubed ham and loved the salty flavor it added. Green pigeon peas add a contrast in texture and a layer of nutty flavor. A delicious side dish for any meal if you love warm Spanish spices.

— The Test Kitchen @kitchencrew
(2 ratings)
yield 8 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For arroz con gandules

  • 2 slice
    bacon or 1/2 cup chopped ham
  • 1/2 c
    chopped onion
  • 1/2 c
    chopped green pepper
  • 2 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1 can
    Goya green pigeon peas, undrained (15 oz)
  • 1 pkg
    Sazon Goya con cilantro y achiote (found in the Spanish aisle)
  • 1/2 c
    tomato sauce
  • 3 c
    water
  • 2 c
    rice

How To Make arroz con gandules

  • Heating ham, onions, and green peppers.
    1
    Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add bacon (or ham), onions, and peppers. Cook for 3 minutes. (I have also added pimentos/olives for flavor.)
  • Stirring in garlic.
    2
    Stir in garlic and cook another 2 minutes.
  • All ingredients, but rice, added to skillet.
    3
    Add the remaining ingredients (except rice). Bring to a boil.
  • Stirring in rice.
    4
    Stir in rice and cover.
  • Ingredients simmering on the stove top.
    5
    Reduce heat. Simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is tender. Serves 8.
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