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Arroz Arriero

Cultural Context

Arroz Arriero is a traditional Colombian dish that reflects the culinary heritage of the country's rural communities, particularly those involved in the transportation of goods. This hearty rice dish combines various meats and vegetables, making it a filling meal for hardworking families. Today, it's enjoyed across Colombia and has variations that include different meats and spices, showcasing the diversity of Colombian cuisine.

ColombianCOmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
500 grams pork
500 grams chicken breast
cloves of garlic
pure cumin
salt
500 grams beef
1 pound rice (500 grams)
250 grams pork chorizo
180 grams long onion
200 grams chopped carrot
250 grams fresh peas
3 bay leaves
boiled eggs
beef fat
oil with achiote
parsley leaves

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken breast is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

pork

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu provides a plant-based protein option, while chicken can be more affordable.

peas

🥗Healthier: green beans

💰Cheaper: frozen peas

Green beans are a nutritious alternative, while frozen peas are often cheaper.

corn

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: frozen corn

Quinoa offers a protein boost, while frozen corn is typically less expensive.

1

Marinate the pork and chicken with garlic and cumin, then cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.

2

Cook the beef in a pressure cooker for 1 hour with salt and seasonings.

3

Dry the rice, which is yellow due to achiote oil; if not available, add color later.

4

Chop parsley finely and extract chlorophyll by squeezing it in clean water.

5

Add oil with achiote or regular oil to a frying pan and brown the marinated chicken and pork until golden.

6

Once browned, remove from heat and let cool before shredding the beef and cutting it into strips.

7

Prepare the vegetables: chop onion, carrot, and peas; ensure carrots are cooked.

8

In a pot, heat beef fat and sauté the long onion until translucent, then add bay leaves and garlic.

9

Add the chicken, pork, cooked peas, and carrots to the pot and mix to combine flavors.

10

Hydrate shredded meat with the broth it was cooked in.

11

Clean banana leaves and prepare a steaming pot with water and leaves at the bottom.

12

Mix rice with meats, layering them in the pot, and add the remaining long onion and parsley for moisture.

13

Cut boiled eggs in half and place yolks down in the mixture, creating a small hole for the meat.

14

Wrap the mixture in banana leaves, tie securely, and place in the steaming pot.

15

Cover with more banana leaves and steam until cooked.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboiling

Equipment Needed

pressure cookerfrying panpotcutting boardknifemeasuring cupscotton rope

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Arroz de los arrierosArroz con carne

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