ARROZ CON POLLO

CULTURE & CUISINE

(Spanish Style Chicken and Rice)

This 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.

By Thais Gonzalez

Enjoy!