Ingredients for Arroz Verde Green Rice
- 2 poblano peppers
- 1 green bell pepper
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, packed
- ½ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley
- 1½ cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups boiling water
- salt, to taste
- lime wedges, for garnish
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How to Make Arroz Verde Green Rice
- Preheat your oven's broiler. Place 2 poblano peppers and 1 green bell pepper directly on the oven rack and broil for 8-10 minutes per side, turning frequently, until skins are blackened but flesh isn't burnt.
- Immediately transfer the roasted peppers to a heatproof bowl, cover tightly with plastic wrap, and let steam for 15-20 minutes. This will loosen the skins.
- While peppers steam, rinse 1 cup of long-grain white rice under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine the rice with 2 cups of boiling water. Cover, remove from heat, and let stand for 20 minutes.
- Roughly chop 1 cup of fresh cilantro and 1/2 cup of fresh parsley. Set aside some for garnish.
- Once the peppers have steamed, peel off and discard the skins. Remove stems, seeds, and any remaining black spots. Roughly chop the peppers.
- In a food processor, combine the roasted peppers, 2 cloves of garlic, chopped cilantro, and parsley.
- Add 1 cup of chicken broth and process until completely smooth. Add remaining 1/2 cup of chicken broth and pulse to combine.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add 1/2 medium yellow onion, finely chopped, and the cooked rice. Fry for 5 minutes, or until the rice is lightly golden and the onion translucent.
- Pour the green pepper puree over the rice and onion. Stir to combine.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Season with salt to taste. Garnish with reserved cilantro and parsley, and serve immediately with lime wedges.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
8 g
Sugar
13g
Fat
7g
Carbs
16g
