Arroz a lo Pobre con Thermomix y José Ángel

saffron

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: cumin

Turmeric provides color and flavor at a lower cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier while vegetable oil is more affordable.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth enhances flavor without added cost.

peas

🥗Healthier: green beans

💰Cheaper: frozen peas

Frozen peas are often cheaper and just as nutritious.

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

Sauté chopped onion and garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add diced bell pepper and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Stir in diced potatoes and cook until slightly golden, about 5-7 minutes.

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

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

Add saffron, paprika, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper.

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

Stir in peas and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.

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

Cooking Techniques

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