Arroz meloso con pollo de corral, jamón y boletus - Ahora o nunca | RTVE Cocina

jamón

🥗Healthier: pavo

💰Cheaper: salchichón

Turkey is leaner while salchichón is more affordable.

boletus

🥗Healthier: setas

💰Cheaper: champiñones

Mushrooms can be a healthier and cheaper option.

caldo de pollo

🥗Healthier: caldo de verduras

💰Cheaper: agua con especias

Vegetable broth is a healthier alternative, while water with spices is cheaper.

aceite de oliva

🥗Healthier: aceite de aguacate

💰Cheaper: aceite vegetal

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is more economical.

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

Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced red and green peppers; cook for another 3-4 minutes.

Add diced ham and sauté until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.

Incorporate the boletus mushrooms and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.

Add the rice and stir to coat with the oil and flavors, about 2 minutes.

Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.

Season with salt, pepper, and saffron; stir well.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.

Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes.

Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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