Arroz Amarillo with Peas Recipe
🕒 Times:
| Preparation | Cooking | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 30 mins | 30 mins | 1 hour |
🍽️ Servings: 6
Description:
Make and share this delicious Arroz Amarillo with Peas recipe that brings together the flavors of Southwestern U.S., Spanish, and Mexican cuisines. This dish features aromatic long-grain white rice cooked to perfection with a hint of saffron, fresh peas, and a medley of spices. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or as a side dish for your favorite main course!
Ingredients:
- 1/2 lemon
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon saffron
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1 cup fresh peas, or frozen peas (if using frozen, add during the last 10 minutes of cooking)
Instructions:
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In a small saucer, stir together the lemon juice and the saffron and leave to soak for 15 minutes.
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In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
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Add the onion and saute for 4 to 5 minutes, or until softened.
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Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute more, until the aroma of the garlic fills the air.
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Add the rice to the pan and stir for 3 to 4 minutes, until the kernels are slightly toasty and make a subtle clicking noise.
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Pour in the lemon juice and saffron mixture, then add the chicken stock and bring to a gentle boil.
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If using fresh peas, add them to the pan now. If using frozen peas, add them during the last 10 minutes of cooking time.
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Reduce the heat to low, so the liquid is simmering gently.
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Cover the saucepan with a lid and let it simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally. You’ll know it’s ready when the liquid is absorbed, and the rice is tender.
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Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
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Serve hot as a delightful side dish or as a main course!
This Arroz Amarillo with Peas recipe is a vibrant and flavorful dish that’s sure to impress your guests and become a staple in your kitchen. Enjoy the blend of savory rice, aromatic saffron, and the freshness of peas in every delicious bite! 🌟
