Arroz Con Pollo CULTURE & CUISINE
(Spanish Style Chicken and Rice)
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his is a recipe of festivities. When it comes to celebrations, Spanish people like to enjoy “arroz con pollo.” I have tried different versions and eventually came up with this one. I usually call it my “comfort food,” because it brings memories of love, family and friends having fun together and enjoying a good meal. I hope you enjoy it.
INGREDIENTS: 1 chicken (4 lbs) cut in pieces 2 tbsp. olive oil 3 cloves fresh garlic minced 1 cup diced onion 1 cup diced green pepper 1 packet all purpose seasoning with pepper 2 packets seasoning with annatto and coriander 1 extra large chicken bouillon 1 1/2 cups extra long grain rice 3 cups water 1 small jar fancy pimientos for garnish.
PREPARATION: Shake all purpose seasoning on chicken. In a large pot add olive oil and cook chicken until brown on both sides. Add minced garlic, onions and green peppers. Cook in low heat, approx. 5 to 7 minutes until vegetables are soft. Add water, chicken bouillon and annatto/coriander seasoning. Add rice, stir, cover and cook In low heat for 30 minutes or until you find rice tender. Fluff with a fork and garnish with pimiento strips.
tallahassee woman | 14 | august • september 2022
By Thais Gonzalez
