ARROZ VERDE (GREEN RICE WITH CILANTRO)

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The green color of the rice comes from poblano chiles and cilantro. Arroz verde is a popular Mexican side dish that goes well with fish tacos, grilled chicken, or fahitas.

Provided by GabrielPadilla

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 1h17m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 poblano peppers, halved and seeded
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
½ onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
2 cups water
15 sprigs cilantro, chopped
½ lime, juiced
1 cup uncooked white rice
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules

Steps:

  • Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place poblano peppers cut-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Cook under the preheated broiler until the skin of the peppers has blackened and blistered, 5 to 8 minutes. Place blackened peppers into a bowl and tightly seal with plastic wrap. Allow peppers to steam as they cool, about 20 minutes. Remove and discard skins.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat; cook onion and garlic until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Combine poblano peppers, onion, garlic, water, cilantro, and lime juice in a blender; blend until smooth.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a medium saucepan. Cook and stir rice, stirring frequently, until transparent, 2 to 3 minutes. Add poblano mixture and bring to a boil. Stir in chicken bouillon. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until rice has absorbed all liquid and is soft, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove rice from heat and fluff with a fork. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.8 calories, Carbohydrate 42.7 g, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 41.2 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

Sahel Mohsenzada
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This arroz verde is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a healthy and delicious side dish.


WYATT LIPPS
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I love the fresh flavor of the cilantro in this arroz verde. It's the perfect side dish for a summer meal.


Bokamoso Polelo
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This arroz verde is the perfect side dish for any occasion. It's easy to make, delicious, and visually appealing.


Olga Kravets
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I'm always looking for new and exciting side dishes to serve with my meals. This arroz verde is definitely a keeper! It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Sarah Colon
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This arroz verde is a great way to add some color and flavor to your plate. It's also a healthy and delicious side dish.


Random Riderx
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I love this arroz verde recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Michelo Figaroa
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This arroz verde is the perfect side dish for any meal. It's easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Customer Service
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I made this arroz verde for a party last weekend and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the rice and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again for future parties.


Destinee Orozco
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I'm not a big fan of cilantro, but I decided to give this recipe a try anyway. I'm so glad I did! The rice was still delicious, even without the cilantro. I will definitely be making this again.


eunice ramputla
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. I had some leftover brown rice from dinner the night before and this was the perfect way to use it up. The rice was delicious and the cilantro gave it a really fresh taste.


Harun Sayyed
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I made this arroz verde last night and it was a hit with my family! The rice was cooked perfectly and the flavors were spot on. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Abbas Shehoury
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This arroz verde recipe is amazing! The rice is so flavorful and the cilantro gives it a really fresh taste. I will definitely be making this again.