Spicy Green Rice (Arroz Verde) Recipe Recipe

Name: Spicy Green Rice (Arroz Verde) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 poblano peppers, stems, seeds, and membranes removed and coarsely chopped; 1 serrano pepper, stem, seeds, and membranes removed and coarsely chopped; 2 medium scallions, coarsely chopped (white and light green parts only); 1 cup coarsely chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves (about 1/2 bunch); 1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 cup water; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/4 stick); 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice (not converted or instant); 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1 medium lime, halved

Servings: persons

2 poblano peppers, stems, seeds, and membranes removed and coarsely chopped
1 serrano pepper, stem, seeds, and membranes removed and coarsely chopped
2 medium scallions, coarsely chopped (white and light green parts only)
1 cup coarsely chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves (about 1/2 bunch)
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/4 stick)
1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice (not converted or instant)
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 medium lime, halved

1
Place the peppers, scallions, parsley, cilantro, and salt in a blender.
2
Add the water and process until smooth; set aside.
3
Heat the oil and butter over medium-high heat in a large saucepan with a tightfitting lid.
4
When the butter starts to foam, add the rice, stirring well to coat each grain.
5
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the rice is fragrant and slightly golden, about 3 minutes.
6
Add the blended ingredients to the pan and mix well.
7
Simmer for 1 minute, then stir in the chicken broth.
8
Return the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
9
Cover and cook until the liquid has been completely absorbed and the rice is tender, about 14 minutes.
10
Remove from heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
11
Uncover and squeeze the lime halves over the rice.
12
Stir well and serve.

622

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 poblano peppers, stems, seeds, and membranes removed and coarsely chopped, 1 serrano pepper, stem, seeds, and membranes removed and coarsely chopped, 2 medium scallions, coarsely chopped (white and light green parts only), 1 cup coarsely chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves (about 1/2 bunch), and more.

Yes, Spicy Green Rice (Arroz Verde) Recipe 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.

Spicy Green Rice (Arroz Verde) Recipe

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