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Arroz Imperial

Cultural Context

Arroz Imperial is a beloved Cuban dish that showcases the island's rich culinary heritage, blending influences from Spanish and Caribbean cuisines. Traditionally served during festive occasions and family gatherings, it reflects the resourcefulness of home cooks who combine various proteins and flavors into a hearty, comforting meal. Today, it remains a staple in Cuban households and is enjoyed by many beyond the island, often adapted to include local ingredients.

CubanCUmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups rice
1 tablespoon sazón
1 medium onion
1 teaspoon ají molido
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cumin
1 cup tomato sauce
1/2 cup condensed milk
1 lb chicken
1 cup cheddar cheese
1 cup white cheese
1/2 lb pork
1/4 cup mayonnaise

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: mozzarella

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while maintaining flavor.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and still provides protein.

1

Hacer arroz amarillo sazonado.

2

Utilizar sazón molida que incluye cebolla y ají molido.

3

Agregar 1 cucharada de sal, polvo de comino, y salsa de tomate.

4

Añadir un paquete de sazón completa.

5

Usar 3 litros de leche condensada.

6

Mezclar todos los ingredientes con el arroz.

7

Cocinar el arroz con agua y los condimentos.

8

Preparar el pollo con comino, polvo de ajo y sal.

9

Freír el pollo en un poco de aceite.

10

Cubrir el fondo de la bandeja con mayonesa.

11

Agregar la primera capa de arroz en la bandeja.

12

Colocar la primera capa de pollo sobre el arroz.

13

Añadir un poco de queso sobre el pollo.

14

Agregar una capa de jamón.

15

Repetir el proceso con otra capa de arroz y pollo.

16

Cubrir con mayonesa si se desea, pero no es necesario.

17

Compactar el arroz con las manos para que quede bien formado.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

large potskilletbaking dishoven

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfishdairy

Also Known As

Imperial RiceArroz a la Imperial

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