Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
4 cup

white rice

preferably long grain

5 cup

water

1 can

pigeon peas

drained

4 tbsp

vegetable oil

1 unit

onion

finely chopped

1 unit

green pepper

chopped

5 unit

sweet peppers

chopped

1.5 packet

sazon seasoning

8 unit

reco leaves

chopped, stems removed

2 unit

chorizo sausage

sliced

2 tbsp

green olives

stuffed

0.5 tsp

garlic

chopped

0.25 cup

sofrito

0.5 cup

tomato sauce

0.5 tsp

oregano

0.25 tsp

black pepper

2 tsp

adobo

Step 1
~5 min

Heat vegetable oil in a large saucepan or rice pot.

Step 2
~5 min

Saute chopped onions in the hot oil until softened.

Step 3
~5 min

Add chopped green pepper, sweet peppers, and reco leaves to the saucepan.

Step 4
~5 min

Continue sauteing until the chorizo sausage is browned.

Step 5
~5 min

Incorporate green olives, chopped garlic, sofrito, sazon seasoning, and tomato sauce into the mixture.

Step 6
~5 min

Rinse white rice and add it to the saucepan.

Step 7
~5 min

Pour water into the pot and add black pepper, oregano, and adobo.

Step 8
~5 min

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low.

Step 9
~5 min

Cover the pot and simmer until the rice is cooked and the water is absorbed (approximately 20-25 minutes).

Step 10
~5 min

Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use chicken broth instead of water.

Add a pinch of cumin for a deeper flavor.

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with roasted chicken or pork.

Serve as a main dish with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted Chicken
Pernil (Puerto Rican Roasted Pork)
Tostones (Fried Plantains)

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Puerto Rico

Cultural Significance

A staple dish in Puerto Rican cuisine, often served during holidays and special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Thanksgiving
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Side Dish
Family Meal
Holiday Meal

Popularity Score

70/100

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