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🌍Authentic Spanish recipe from a Spanish-speaking creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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COCINANDO SIN SABER, PERO CON SABOR.

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Spanish Style Rice

Cultural Context

Originating from the diverse regions of Spain, Spanish Style Rice reflects the country's rich culinary traditions, often featuring local ingredients like saffron and seasonal vegetables. Traditionally served as a side dish, it accompanies various meats and seafood, showcasing the balance of flavors characteristic of Spanish cuisine. Today, variations of this dish can be found worldwide, often adapted to local tastes and ingredients, making it a beloved staple in many households.

SpanishESside
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 Cebolla
2 Dientes de Ajo
3 Ramitas de Apio
1/4 Ají Rojo
2 Tazas de Arroz
1 Chorizo Colorado
2 Cubitos de Caldo de Carne
Aceite
Sal
pimentón dulce
ají molido

saffron

💰Cheaper: turmeric

Turmeric provides color and flavor at a lower cost.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, while bouillon is a cost-effective alternative.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is more affordable.

bell pepper

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: carrots

Zucchini adds nutrition, while carrots are often less expensive.

1

Calentar el aceite.

2

Agregar la cebolla cortada en cubitos pequeños, el apio cortado en cubitos pequeños, el ají rojo cortado en cubitos pequeños y los dos dientes de ajo picados, hasta que se blanqueen.

3

Agregar sal, 1 cuchara sopera de pimentón y 1/2 cucharita de té de ají molido.

4

Bajar el fuego a mínimo y agregar el caldo a medida que se va cocinando el arroz, sin dejar de revolver.

5

Cuando el arroz está a media cocción, incorporar el chorizo colorado.

6

Una vez cocinado el arroz, apagar el fuego y dejar reposar por unos 10 minutos con la cacerola tapada.

7

Antes de servir, probar y retocar el sabor agregando sal o condimentos faltantes.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Arroz a la EspañolaSpanish Rice
Local Name: Arroz a la Española

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