Panamanian Arroz Con Gondules y Coco/ Ensalada de Papa Rosada 🇵🇦😋😋

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

pigeon peas

🥗Healthier: green peas

💰Cheaper: canned peas

Green peas are more accessible and lower in cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is often less expensive and neutral in flavor.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: none

Parsley provides a similar fresh flavor.

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in pigeon peas and cook for 2-3 minutes.

Add coconut milk, water, bay leaves, cumin, and red pepper flakes; bring to a boil.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Add rice and stir to combine; reduce heat to low.

Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.

Fluff rice with a fork and stir in lime juice, cilantro, and olives.

Serve warm, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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