Arroz con Calabacín | Receta de Cocina en Familia

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water

Using water reduces cost while still allowing the dish to cook properly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

zucchini

🥗Healthier: yellow squash

💰Cheaper: cucumbers

Cucumbers can provide a similar texture but may alter the flavor.

parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: green onions

Green onions add freshness at a lower cost.

Chop the calabacín, onion, and garlic.

In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.

Add the chopped calabacín and cook for a few minutes.

Stir in the rice and mix well with the vegetables.

Add the tomato frito, colorante, azafrán, and the garlic and parsley cube.

Pour in water according to the rice package instructions and season with salt.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer until the rice is cooked.

Cooking Techniques

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