Arroz con Gandules

Name: Arroz con Gandules
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups medium grain white rice; 2 cups water; 1 ½ cups chicken stock; 1 tsp sazón; ⅓ cup recaito; 1 onion; ¼ cup Bacon; 15.5 oz Gandules; 1 Tbsp olive oil; 1 Tbsp parsley

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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings
8 servings
Calories
304 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
South American

Arroz con Gandules

Vanessa Armstrong

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This is a Puerto Rican favorite, present at almost every meal. The earthy taste of gandules (pigeon peas) is combined with bacon, sazón and rice for a perfect side dish.

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Ingredients

Servings

2 cups medium grain white rice rinced
2 cups water
1 ½ cups chicken stock
1 tsp sazón Goya brand
⅓ cup recaito
1 onion small, diced
¼ cup Bacon thick, diced
15.5 oz Gandules 1 can (pigeon peas), drained and rinsed
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp parsley chopped

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Instructions

In a 6 qt pan on medium heat sauté onions and bacon in olive oil for about 5 minutes. Add the gandules and stir quickly for about 3 minutes. Immediately add the sazón, broth, water and rice.
Bring to a boil. Turn heat down to medium and cover. Cook for approximately 20-25 minutes. Fluff, sprinkle with parsley and serve.
Add salt to taste. (The saltiness of the bacon can vary so I check the salt level at the end.)

Notes

Frequently Asked Questions:
To make this recipe vegetarian/vegan, simply omit the bacon and chicken stock. Opt for a home-made vegetable stock instead made with some mushrooms to bring out some umami and savory, meat-like flavor.
How do I make the sazón seasoning in this dish without MSG? Combine 1 Tbsp of Kosher salt, turmeric, white pepper, ground coriander, ground annato, garlic powder and oregano. Mix well and store in a sealed jar in a dark place. Use the same amount as you would in other recipes that call for sazón.
How long can I store this in the refrigerator? Once it has completely cooled you can store this in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave on medium power until hot but stop and stir every 30 seconds to fluff it up.
Can I freeze this dish? Yes, once it has completely cooled you can pack into zip top freezer bags packed flat to save space and expel all the air. This will keep for a month in the freezer. Thaw it completely and microwave is as described above.
If I make half the recipe can I store the leftover gandules? Yes, you can freeze the gandules in water for up to 6 months in an airtight container in the freezer. Thaw, drain, rinse and use them in the dish.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 304kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 53g (18%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Trans Fat 0.01g Cholesterol 6mg (2%) Sodium 167mg (7%) Potassium 352mg (10%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 93IU (2%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 44mg (4%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 304 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	304kcal	15%
Carbohydrates	53g	18%
Protein	9g	18%
Fat	6g	9%
Saturated Fat	2g	10%
Polyunsaturated Fat	1g	6%
Monounsaturated Fat	3g	15%
Trans Fat	0.01g	1%
Cholesterol	6mg	2%
Sodium	167mg	7%
Potassium	352mg	7%
Fiber	5g	20%
Sugar	1g	2%
Vitamin A	93IU	2%
Vitamin C	2mg	2%
Calcium	44mg	4%
Iron	1mg	6%