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Locrio De Chuleta Ahumada / Locrio De Chuleta y Maíz / Chef Darianny

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups long-grain rice
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 smoked pork chops (chuleta ahumada)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup green peas (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. 1In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. 2Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3Stir in the oregano, cumin, black pepper, and salt. Cook for another minute to release the spices' aroma.
  4. 4Add the smoked pork chops to the pot and cook for about 3-4 minutes, allowing them to brown slightly.
  5. 5Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
  6. 6Once boiling, add the rice and stir well. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
  7. 7Cook for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.
  8. 8If using, stir in the green peas during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  9. 9Remove from heat and let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes.
  10. 10Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Equipment

large potwooden spoonmeasuring cupsmeasuring spoons

Locrio de Chuleta y Maíz is a traditional Dominican dish that combines rice with pork chops and corn, reflecting the island's rich agricultural heritage.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups long-grain rice
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 pork chops, bone-in
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. 1Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. 2Season the pork chops with salt, pepper, oregano, and cumin.
  3. 3Add the pork chops to the pot and brown on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  4. 4In the same pot, add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. 5Add the rice to the pot and stir to coat with the oil and vegetables, cooking for 2 minutes.
  6. 6Pour in the chicken broth and add the bay leaf. Bring to a boil.
  7. 7Return the pork chops to the pot, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  8. 8After 15 minutes, add the corn kernels to the pot, stir gently, and cover again. Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  9. 9Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes before serving.
  10. 10Fluff the rice with a fork, garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve.

Equipment

large potwooden spoonmeasuring cupsknifecutting board

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