III. Arroz Rojo Recipe

long-grain rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: white rice

Brown rice is more nutritious, while white rice is often less expensive.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be homemade for less cost.

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

In a pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat and sauté chopped onion and garlic until fragrant.

Add the rinsed rice and toast it until it turns golden brown.

Blend tomatoes with a little water to make a puree, then add it to the pot.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover.

Add peas and diced carrots, cooking until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in chopped cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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