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Receta de Arroz Rojo (para principiantes) - Best Simple Mexican Red Rice

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Arroz Rojo

Cultural Context

Arroz Rojo is a traditional Mexican dish often served as a side to accompany various main courses. Its vibrant color comes from the use of tomatoes, and it is a staple in many households, reflecting the rich culinary heritage of Mexico. The dish is versatile and can be adapted with different vegetables or proteins, making it a popular choice for family meals and celebrations.

MexicanMXside
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 tazas de arroz
1 litro de caldo de pollo
1 cucharadita de sal
chorrito de aceite
mezcla campesina (chícharo, elote, zanahoria)

long-grain rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: white rice

Brown rice is more nutritious, while white rice is often less expensive.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be homemade for less cost.

1

Calienta una sartén a fuego medio por uno o dos minutos antes de agregar ingredientes.

2

Agrega un chorrito de aceite a la sartén y calienta por 20-30 segundos.

3

Incorpora 2 tazas de arroz a la sartén y mueve ocasionalmente hasta que el arroz empiece a dorarse.

4

Cuando el arroz tenga un tono doradito, agrega el caldo de pollo (reservando un poco) y una cucharadita de sal.

5

Revuelve bien y deja que hierva.

6

Una vez que hierva, baja el fuego a medio y tapa la sartén.

7

Cuando el arroz esté casi cocido y se empiece a asomar, agrega la mezcla campesina de chícharo, elote y zanahoria.

8

Mezcla los vegetales con el arroz, tapa y baja el fuego a bajo.

9

Deja cocinar hasta que el líquido se consuma completamente.

10

Apaga el fuego y deja reposar tapado unos minutos antes de servir.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

sartén

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Mexican Red RiceArroz a la Mexicana
Local Name: Arroz Rojo

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