Arroz con Gandules
Experience the vibrant flavors of Puerto Rico with this traditional Arroz con Gandules recipe, a comforting one-pot dish that's perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings. Featuring long-grain white rice, tender gandules (pigeon peas), and the savory depth of sofrito, every bite is brimming with authentic Caribbean goodness. Enhanced by tomato sauce, sazón with coriander and annatto, green olives, capers, and a hint of fresh cilantro, this dish achieves the perfect balance of hearty and aromatic. Simmered to perfection in chicken broth, the rice absorbs the rich medley of spices, making it irresistibly flavorful. Quick to prepare in just 45 minutes and serving six, this classic Puerto Rican rice dish is both a crowd-pleaser and an effortless way to bring bold Latin flavors to the table. Perfect as a standalone meal or paired with your favorite protein!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Long-grain white rice
- 1 15-ounce can Canned gandules (pigeon peas)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Sofrito
- 4 ounces Tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon Adobo seasoning
- 1 packet Sazón with coriander and annatto
- 3.5 cups Chicken broth
- 0.5 cup Green olives with pimientos
- 1 tablespoon Capers
- 1 Bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Drain well and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sofrito and sauté for 3 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the tomato sauce, adobo seasoning, and sazón packet. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Pour in the chicken broth, and add the drained gandules, green olives, capers, bay leaf, and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Add the rice to the pot, stirring well to combine all the ingredients evenly.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
Once cooked, remove the bay leaf and stir in chopped cilantro for a fresh burst of flavor.
Fluff the rice gently with a fork before serving and enjoy your Arroz con Gandules with your favorite protein or side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1615 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.4 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.2 g | 56% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 9376 mg | 408% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 220.7 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.1 g | 125% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.8 g | ||
| Protein | 49.3 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 316 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 18.8 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 2376 mg | 51% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
