Puerto Rican Style Fried Rice Recipe

Ingredients for Puerto Rican Style Fried Rice

• Cooked White Rice
• Oil
• Cooked Pork
• Green Olives
• 1/2 cup pigeon peas (cooked or canned, drained)
• Roasted Sweet Red Peppers
• Garlic Powder
• Adobo Seasoning
• Ground Black Pepper
• Fresh Cilantro

How to Make Puerto Rican Style Fried Rice

1. Prepare all ingredients before starting. Mince garlic, chop peppers, and measure out all spices.
2. Make the annatto oil: In a small saucepan, heat 1/4 cup of oil (vegetable or lard) over low heat until hot.
3. Add 3 tablespoons of annatto seeds and stir for 1 minute.
4. Remove from heat and let cool, stirring occasionally (about 5 minutes). Strain the oil through a fine-mesh sieve.
5. Preheat a non-stick pan or wok over high heat for 1 minute.
6. Add 2 tablespoons of the annatto oil to the hot pan and heat for 30 seconds.
7. Add 1 cup of diced pork and cook for 30-45 seconds, stirring frequently, until lightly browned.
8. Add 1/2 cup of pigeon peas (cooked or canned, drained), 1/4 cup of sliced green olives, and 1/2 cup of chopped bell peppers (any color or combination). Toss for 45 seconds to 1 minute.
9. Add 2 cups of cooked rice (preferably day-old), 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon adobo seasoning, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
10. Toss continuously, coating the rice evenly with the oil and breaking up any clumps. Cook until heated through (about 2-3 minutes).
11. Serve immediately, garnished with a fresh sprig of cilantro.
12. **Optional:** For a heartier meal, add more pork, serve with fried plantains (tostones), and a side of potato salad.