Description
Arroz Con Gandules, or Puerto Rican Rice with Pigeon Peas, is a vibrant and comforting dish that embodies the heart of Puerto Rican cuisine. This savory one-pot meal features fluffy rice cooked with tender pigeon peas, aromatic spices, and a flavorful sofrito that brings every ingredient to life. Perfect for family gatherings, festive celebrations, or a cozy weeknight dinner, this dish is sure to impress with its rich flavors and satisfying textures. Easy to prepare, it’s an excellent way to connect with Puerto Rican heritage while enjoying a delicious meal that can be paired with various proteins or enjoyed on its own.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups long-grain rice
- 4 cups water
- 1 can (15 oz) pigeon peas
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onions and green peppers until softened (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and cook for another minute before stirring in tomato sauce, cumin, and oregano.
- Add rice to the pot and stir well to coat each grain in the sofrito mixture. Then add pigeon peas with their liquid.
- Pour in water and season with salt. Bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, cover the pot and reduce heat to low. Simmer for about 20-25 minutes until the rice is fully cooked.
- Remove from heat and let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Puerto Rican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg