Arroz Con Calabacin (Rice With Zucchini) Recipe

Name: Arroz Con Calabacin (Rice With Zucchini)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil; 1/2 dried sweet red pepper, such as New Mexico style, stem and seeds removed; 1 small tomatoes, cut in large pieces; 1 garlic clove, peeled; 1 small onion, chopped; 1/4 lb zucchini, cut in 1/2-inch cubes (1/2 meduim zucchini); 1/4 lb green beans; 1 cup short-grain rice; 2 cups chicken broth; salt

Servings: persons

1
Sauce:
2
Heat chicken broth.
3
Heat oil in large skillet.
4
Saute dried red pepper until softened (do not burn it), and remove from skillet.
5
Next saute the tomato and garlic in same skillet and oil, until garlic is golden.
6
Add dried red pepper, tomato and garlic to processor or blender.
7
Blend the ingredients in the processor, forming a paste.
8
Add the heated chicken broth to the paste and blend until smooth.
9
Rice:
10
Put the onion in the skillet and saute til soft.
11
Add zucchini and green beans, saute 10 minutes.
12
Add the rice, stir to coat well with the oil.
13
Pour sauce into the skillet.
14
Add salt, bring to a boil, simmer, uncovered 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, you don't want the rice soupy.
15
Pour into a 8-9 inch casserole dish, bake uncovered for 15 minutes at 325 degrees or until any remaining liquid is absorbed. Remove from oven and cover with foil, sit for 5 minutes.
16
Serve.

561

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup olive oil, 1/2 dried sweet red pepper, such as New Mexico style, stem and seeds removed, 1 small tomatoes, cut in large pieces, 1 garlic clove, peeled, and more.

Yes, Arroz Con Calabacin (Rice With Zucchini) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Arroz Con Calabacin (Rice With Zucchini)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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