How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for Puerto Rican Arroz Con Gandules(Rice With Pigeon Peas) ?

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 c. white rice (preferably long grain), 5 c. water, 1 can gandules verdes (pigeon peas), 4 Tbsp. vegetable oil, and more.

Is Puerto Rican Arroz Con Gandules(Rice With Pigeon Peas) suitable as meat & poultry?

Yes, Puerto Rican Arroz Con Gandules(Rice With Pigeon Peas) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Puerto Rican Arroz Con Gandules(Rice With Pigeon Peas) ?

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

Puerto Rican Arroz Con Gandules(Rice With Pigeon Pe

Name: Puerto Rican Arroz Con Gandules(Rice With Pigeon Peas)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 c. white rice (preferably long grain); 5 c. water; 1 can gandules verdes (pigeon peas); 4 Tbsp. vegetable oil; 1 small medium onion, finely chopped; 1 small green pepper, chopped; 5 small sweet peppers, chopped; 1 1/2 packet sazon seasoning; 8 reco leaves, chopped with stems removed; 2 or 3 chorizo sausage, sliced; 2 Tbsp. stuffed green olives; 1/2 tsp. chopped garlic; 1/4 c. sofrito or recaito; 1/2 c. tomato sauce; 1/2 tsp. oregano; 1/4 tsp. black pepper; 2 tsp. adobo

Try this homemade Puerto Rican Arroz Con Gandules(Rice With Pigeon Peas) recipe the whole family will love. Made with white rice, water, gandules verdes…

This Puerto Rican Arroz Con Gandules(Rice With Pigeon Peas) relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as water, vegetable oil, small green pepper, chopped and small sweet peppers, chopped. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 1039 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Meat & Poultry

1039

kcal

Calories

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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