Arroz aguado de cerdo al estilo Nicaragüense 🇳🇮

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Chicken breast reduces fat content while pork loin is a more affordable cut.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers a similar flavor profile with health benefits.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be made easily.

lime

💰Cheaper: lemon

Lemon provides a similar acidity and flavor.

Prepare pork bones with meat, which are economical and meaty.

Sauté garlic in a pot until fragrant, then add chopped onion and bell pepper; cook until softened.

Add water to the pot, enough to cover the ingredients, and bring to a boil.

After about 30 minutes, check the pork bones; they should be tender.

In a larger pot, sauté onion, bell pepper, and tomato until softened.

Add 2 cups of rice to the sautéed mixture, ensuring not to add too much rice to avoid a mushy texture.

Pour in the broth from the pork bones and add the meat from the bones; stir well.

If needed, add a bit more water for consistency.

Add achiote for color, cumin for flavor, salt, and black pepper; stir to combine.

Once the rice is boiling, add fresh mint and a splash of orange juice for flavor; stir well.

Check for doneness; once the rice is cooked and flavorful, serve hot.

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