Arroz Con Gandules Y Carne De Cerdo(Rice With Pigeo

Name: Arroz Con Gandules Y Carne De Cerdo(Rice With Pigeon Peas And Pork)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. dry pigeon peas; 2 c. rice; 1/2 c. olive oil; 1 1/2 lb. boneless pork, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 1/4 lb. lean cured ham, washed and diced; 1/2 c. tomato sauce; 2 Tbsp. sofrito; 1 leaf recao, chopped; 1 tsp. dried oregano; 1/2 tsp. salt; 10 c. water; 3 c. rice; 1 (3 lb.) chicken, skinned and cut into serving pieces; 8 whole black peppercorns; 2 cloves garlic, peeled; 1 tsp. oregano; 1/2 tsp. salt; 3 Tbsp. olive oil; 1 Tbsp. white vinegar; 3 oz. lean cured ham, rinsed and diced; 1 medium onion, peeled and chopped; 1 medium green bell pepper, cored, seeded and chopped; 3 sweet chili peppers, seeded and chopped; 1/2 c. tomato sauce; 1 c. chicken bouillon cube; 6 pitted black olives (optional); 2 c. water; 2 Tbsp. achiote; 1 (8 1/2 oz.) can green peas, drained or 1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen green peas (optional)

Servings: persons

1 lb. dry pigeon peas
2 c. rice
1/2 c. olive oil
1 1/2 lb. boneless pork, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 lb. lean cured ham, washed and diced
1/2 c. tomato sauce
2 Tbsp. sofrito
1 leaf recao, chopped
1 tsp. dried oregano
1/2 tsp. salt
10 c. water
3 c. rice
1 (3 lb.) chicken, skinned and cut into serving pieces
8 whole black peppercorns
2 cloves garlic, peeled
1 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. salt
3 Tbsp. olive oil
1 Tbsp. white vinegar
3 oz. lean cured ham, rinsed and diced
1 medium onion, peeled and chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, cored, seeded and chopped
3 sweet chili peppers, seeded and chopped
1/2 c. tomato sauce
1 c. chicken bouillon cube
6 pitted black olives (optional)
2 c. water
2 Tbsp. achiote
1 (8 1/2 oz.) can green peas, drained or 1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen green peas (optional)

1
Wash rice and drain at least 3 times.
2
Rinse chicken pieces under cold running water and pat dry with paper towels.
3
Place peppercorns, garlic, oregano and salt in a mortar and pound until crushed.
4
Blend in 2 tablespoons of olive oil and vinegar.
5
Rub chicken pieces thoroughly with the seasoning.
6
In our clan, if we're in a rush, we let the chicken stand for 15 minutes before cooking, otherwise we marinate for several hours or overnight in the fridge.
7
Heat remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a heavy kettle or Dutch oven and brown ham over moderate heat.
8
Add onion, bell pepper and ajf dulce.
9
Saute until onion is translucent.
10
Add tomato sauce, bouillon cube and olives.
11
Stir to combine.
12
Add chicken pieces plus 2 cups water.
13
Mix, lower heat to moderate-low and cook, covered, for 15 minutes.
14
Add rice and achiote.
15
Add more water to cover contents in pot, if necessary.
16
Mix well and simmer, covered, on low heat until rice is tender (about 30 minutes).
17
Stir in peas.
18
Cover and cook 10 minutes more.

2309

kcal

Calories

Fat

281

Carbs

113

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 29 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. dry pigeon peas, 2 c. rice, 1/2 c. olive oil, 1 1/2 lb. boneless pork, cut into 1/2-inch cubes, and more.

Yes, Arroz Con Gandules Y Carne De Cerdo(Rice With Pigeon Peas And Pork) 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 Gandules Y Carne De Cerdo(Rice With Pigeon Peas And Pork)

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