Enhanced Recipesculinary collection
Home
CoursesView CuisinesWhat Can I Make?My Kitchen

Arroz con Pollo Meloso | Como mi Abuela, pero Mejor

Login to Save
🌍Authentic Spanish recipe from a Spanish-speaking creator — ingredients and steps translated below
1.8K views👍 22
Cocina del Xef Marcos
Cocina del Xef Marcos
7 recipes on Enhanced Recipes
Follow Cocina del Xef Marcos to prioritize their recipes in your meal plans, pantry matches, and suggestions

Recipe Information

Recipe Available
Video-Specific Recipe

Arroz Meloso con Ajo y Pimentón

Cultural Context

Arroz Meloso con Ajo y Pimentón hails from Spain, particularly celebrated in the regions of Valencia and Murcia. This dish showcases the Spanish love for rice, often enjoyed as a comforting family meal. The creamy texture, achieved through the slow cooking of rice, is enhanced by the aromatic garlic and smoky paprika, making it a staple in many Spanish households. Today, variations can be found across the globe, adapting to local tastes while keeping the essence of this traditional dish.

SpanishESmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
400g Arroz Albufera
1/2L Caldo de Pollo
1/2L Agua
1/4 Calabacín
1/4 Pimiento morrón rojo
1/4 Pimiento morrón verde
1 Zanahoria grande
1/2 Cebolla
2 dientes de ajo
3 cda de Tomate natural triturado
1 cdta Pimentón dulce de la vera
1 Chorrito de vino blanco
Infusión de Azafrán
Aceite de oliva
sal

smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: regular paprika

Regular paprika is less expensive but lacks the smoky flavor.

vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water

Water can be used to reduce costs, though it will lack flavor.

saffron

💰Cheaper: turmeric

Turmeric provides color but has a different flavor profile.

chickpeas

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans are more affordable and quicker to prepare.

1

Marcar verduras y el pollo

2

Preparar el sofrito

3

Agregar el caldo

4

Incorporar el arroz

5

Servir el plato terminado

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

Melty Rice with Garlic and Paprika
Local Name: Arroz Meloso con Ajo y Pimentón

More Arroz Meloso con Ajo y Pimentón Videos

(12 videos)

Similar Spanish Videos

(24 videos)

Similar Dishes From Other Cuisines

(23 videos)