Arroz Verde Mexicano Recipe

Name: Arroz Verde Mexicano
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves, coarsely chopped; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, coarsely chopped; 1/2 cup white onion, chopped; 1/4 cup water; 1 green chili pepper, chopped coarsely (mild or spicy); 1 tablespoon lime juice or 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 2 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup morelos' rice; 2 cups vegetable broth or 2 cups chicken broth; salt, to taste

Servings: persons

1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup white onion, chopped
1/4 cup water
1 green chili pepper, chopped coarsely (mild or spicy)
1 tablespoon lime juice or 1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup morelos' rice
2 cups vegetable broth or 2 cups chicken broth
salt, to taste

1
In a blender combine the parsley, cilantro, white onion, water, chili pepper, lime juice, and garlic.
2
Process until almost smooth. If necessary, stop blender and scrape down sides.
3
In a large saute pan heat the olive oil on medium heat. Saute the rice for about 5 minutes or until golden brown.
4
Heat up the broth and add to the rice along with the cilantro/parsley mixture.
5
Cover pan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer and cook for approximately 20 minutes or unti rice is tender and liquid is absorded.
6
Once cooking is complete, turn off heat, keep pan on heating element for 10-15 minutes to allow rice grains to firm up.
7
Season with salt to taste.

544

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves, coarsely chopped, 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, coarsely chopped, 1/2 cup white onion, chopped, 1/4 cup water, and more.

Yes, Arroz Verde Mexicano 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.

Arroz Verde Mexicano

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