✨Spanish Puerto Rican Rice ✨

Spanish Puerto Rican Rice

This flavorful Puerto Rican rice recipe, brings the vibrant tastes of the island right to your kitchen. The savory green olives and sweet corn make this dish a family favorite, perfect for any occasion!

Ingredients:

- 2 cups long-grain white rice

- 1/4 cup green olives (with pimientos)

- 1 cup canned corn kernels (drained)

- 2 tbsp olive oil

- 1 small onion, diced

- 1 bell pepper, diced

- 2 garlic cloves, minced

- 1 packet of Sazón (with coriander and annatto)

- 1 tsp Goya Adobo seasoning

- 1/4 tsp ground cumin

- 3 cups chicken broth

- Salt and pepper to taste

- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add the diced onions, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are soft and fragrant (about 3-5 minutes).

2. Stir in the rice, Sazón, Adobo, and cumin, ensuring the rice is well coated with the seasonings and takes on the vibrant color from the Sazón.

3. Add the green olives and corn, stirring them into the rice mixture.

4. Pour in the chicken broth, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a boil.

5. Lower the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes until the rice is fully cooked and the liquid is absorbed.

6. Fluff the rice with a fork, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve hot!

This dish is packed with authentic Puerto Rican flavor and pairs perfectly with roasted meats, beans, or plantains. Enjoy this comforting and delicious dish with your family!

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