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Arroz con Guandules

Cultural Context

Arroz con Guandules is a traditional Dominican dish that reflects the island's rich agricultural heritage, particularly its love for rice and legumes. Often served during festive occasions and family gatherings, this dish symbolizes togetherness and celebration. Its savory flavors and comforting texture make it a staple in Dominican households, enjoyed by many both locally and in the diaspora.

DominicanDOmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1/2 red onion
1/2 small white onion
3 cloves garlic
3 bell peppers
1/2 tablespoon adobo
1/2 Maggi cube
1/2 tablespoon turmeric
1/2 tablespoon paprika
1/2 tablespoon black pepper
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon liquid seasoning
1 pound guandules
2 cups water
cilantro
green olives
red bell pepper

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers healthy fats while vegetable oil is more economical.

guandules

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: canned peas

Black beans provide protein while canned peas are a budget-friendly option.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasonings

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and water with seasonings is cost-effective.

green olives

🥗Healthier: kalamata olives

💰Cheaper: black olives

Kalamata olives are more flavorful while black olives are usually cheaper.

1

Chop 1/2 red onion, 1/2 small white onion, 3 cloves garlic, and 3 bell peppers.

2

Heat coconut oil in a large pot over low heat.

3

Add chopped onions, bell peppers, and garlic; sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.

4

Add 1/2 tablespoon adobo, 1/2 Maggi cube, 1/2 tablespoon turmeric, 1/2 tablespoon paprika, 1/2 tablespoon black pepper, 2 bay leaves, and 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; mix well.

5

Incorporate 1 pound of guandules and mix thoroughly.

6

Measure 2 cups of water using the same cup as the guandules and add to the pot.

7

Tie fresh ingredients (cilantro, green onions, thyme) into a bundle for easy removal later; add to the pot.

8

Wait for the water to boil, then add the rice and reduce heat to medium.

9

Stir occasionally to prevent sticking; taste and adjust salt as needed.

10

Once the water is absorbed, add chopped red bell pepper and cilantro before covering.

11

Cover and cook for 20 minutes until rice is tender.

12

Remove the herb bundle and serve the rice.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsteaming

Equipment Needed

large potmeasuring cupcutting boardknifewooden spoon

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