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Arroz con Sabor a Lechona

Cultural Context

Arroz con Sabor a Lechona is a traditional Colombian dish that reflects the festive spirit of celebrations, particularly in the Tolima region. It combines the rich flavors of roasted pork with rice, making it a staple during family gatherings and holidays. This dish showcases the Colombian love for hearty, flavorful meals that bring people together, and has seen variations across different regions, adapting to local tastes and ingredients.

ColombianCOmain
120 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 pound onion
7 pounds pork
salt
black pepper
1 bay leaf
thyme
40 milliliters black sauce
1 tablespoon turmeric
2 heads of water
1.5 pounds rice

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: turkey

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than pork.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is a cost-effective alternative for cooking.

1

Place 1 pound of onion in the blender, broken into smaller pieces, and blend.

2

Add 7 pounds of pork to the blended onion.

3

Season the pork with salt, black pepper, 1 bay leaf, thyme, 40 milliliters of black sauce, and 1 tablespoon of turmeric.

4

Stir the mixture to ensure the seasoning is well integrated with the pork.

5

Cover and refrigerate for 2 days to marinate.

6

Soak 1.5 pounds of rice in water for 24 hours.

7

After 2 days, transfer the marinated pork to a pot with water and cook over medium-low heat for 45 minutes.

8

After 45 minutes, transfer the pork to a larger pot for easier handling.

9

Drain the pork using a strainer and set aside.

10

In the larger pot, add 4 pounds of rice to the pork stew, incorporating it gradually (2 pounds at a time).

11

Stir to ensure the rice is well mixed with the pork and seasoning.

12

Cover the pot and cook over low heat for 40 minutes until the rice is done.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingtoastingsimmering

Equipment Needed

blenderpotstrainerspatula

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Lechona RicePork Flavored Rice

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