Arroz Con Gandules

Ingredients - Serves 6

• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Water - 3 cups
• Long-grain white rice - 2 cups
• Pigeon peas - 1 can (15 ounces), drained and rinsed
• Sazon seasoning - 1 packet
• Tomato sauce - 1/4 cup
• Sofrito - 1/2 cup
• Cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Green bell pepper - 1, finely chopped
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons

Let's Get Started

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the onion, garlic, and green bell pepper. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the cilantro, sofrito, tomato sauce, and sazon seasoning. Stir to combine.
4. Add the pigeon peas and cook for another 2 minutes.
5. Add the rice, water, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
7. Remove from heat and let the rice rest for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
8. Serve hot and enjoy!

Dietary Info

• Dish Type: Main Course
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 45 minutes
• Calories: 350
• Fat: 8g
• Carbs: 60g
• Protein: 10g
• Sodium: 800mg
• Sugar: 2g