Arroz verde, or green rice, is a traditional dish from Mexico that is commonly served with a variety of meats, seafood, and vegetables. This vibrant and flavorful dish gets its unique green color from the addition of fresh cilantro, which not only adds color but also infuses the rice with a bright, herbaceous flavor. Arroz verde is a versatile dish that can be tailored to suit individual preferences, making it a popular choice for both everyday meals and special occasions.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
GREEN RICE (ARROZ VERDE)
There are many ways to make arroz verde, but most have something in common: a brightness and depth from the addition of plenty of fresh green ingredients, such as chiles and herbs. This recipe toasts the rice in oil first, then seasons it with a purée of onion, poblano, jalapeños and herbs. For a more complex dish, replace the cooking water with chicken stock or vegetable stock, and serve it with a side of soupy black beans.
Provided by Tejal Rao
Categories grains and rice, side dish
Time 55m
Yield 3 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Rinse the rice a few times, until the water that drains from it runs almost completely clear. Set aside to drain well. Put the onion, poblano, jalapeño, garlic, cilantro, parsley and salt in a food processor with a splash of the measured stock or water if needed, to help the blades catch the ingredients and break them down. Purée until smooth.
- Heat oil in a medium, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat, then add the rice and stir well. When the grains are dry and toasted, and some are starting to color, about 5 to 10 minutes, add the mixture from the blender along with the remaining stock or water.
- When the liquid comes to a rolling boil, give it a good stir, scraping at the bottom of the pot. Put a lid on the pot and turn the heat down to low. Cook for 15 minutes, then turn off the heat and let the rice rest for another 15 minutes before opening the lid. The green purée will have settled on the top of the rice, so gently mix it in as you stir and aerate the rice with a spatula. Taste, season with salt and serve with a wedge of lime.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 164, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 439 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams
ARROZ VERDE (GREEN RICE)
Rich and refined, arroz verde is one of the most popular dishes I present to cooking classes.
Provided by James Peyton
Categories Side dishes
Yield six to eight.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Put the cilantro, spinach, and broth in a blender and blend until the vegetables are puréed. Add the milk and salt and blend a bit more until well combined.
- In a medium (3-qt.) heavy-based saucepan (with a good lid) over medium heat, heat the olive oil and butter. When the butter is melted, add the rice and sauté, stirring about every 30 seconds, until it just begins to brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the onion and garlic and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add the contents of the blender, stir well, turn the heat to high, and bring to a boil. Cover the pan, turn the heat to very low, and cook for 20 minutes. Stir the rice carefully to avoid crushing it, cover, and cook another 5 minutes.
- Take the pan off the heat and let the rice steam in the covered pot for 10 minutes. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize six to eight., Calories 210 kcal, Fat 70 kcal, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 8 g, Carbohydrate 30 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 320 mg, UnsaturatedFat 4 g
GREEN RICE (ARROZ VERDE)
Provided by Daisy Martinez
Categories side-dish
Time 40m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- To make the rice: Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a large saucepan with a heavy bottom or small Dutch oven. Add the rice and the salt and stir to coat. When the rice starts to appear opaque and chalky, add enough cold water to cover the rice by the width of 2 fingers (about 1-inch). Bring to a rapid boil, and boil-without stirring!-until the water level reaches the level of the rice. Stir the rice once and reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make the spinach mix: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the garlic, stirring so it doesn't stick, and cook until fragrant. Stir in the spinach and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Raise the heat to medium-high and cook until the spinach is just heated through. Don't overcook or the spinach will discolor.
- Once the rice has finished cooking, fold the spinach into the pot. Fluff the rice so that the spinach is evenly distributed. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper if necessary. If you like, add a couple of drizzles of olive oil to give the rice a little gloss.
PERUVIAN CILANTRO RICE
This a recipe my mom always makes. Its delicious! The rice turns out green because of the cilantro and it's full of flavor!
Provided by LAURELC1
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place the chicken into a large saucepan and fill with enough water to cover, about 3 cups. Bring to a boil and cook for about fifteen minutes, or until chicken is done. Dice chicken, and reserve cooking liquid.
- In a food processor or blender, puree cilantro with 1/2 cup water.
- Heat oil in a saucepan and cook garlic until lightly browned. Pour in 2 cups of the cooking liquid and stir in the cilantro puree, diced chicken, carrots, peas, cumin and rice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer, then cover; cook on low heat until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.9 calories, Carbohydrate 27.3 g, Cholesterol 22 mg, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 11.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 43.3 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
ARROZ VERDE (MEXICAN GREEN RICE)
Original recipes comes from The Complete Book of Mexican Cooking, however I've made some adjustments (of course)! I prefer the roasted chiles but fresh chopped chiles can be used. If a smooth texture rice is preferred see note at bottom of instructions.
Provided by Galley Wench
Categories Mexican
Time 20m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large saucepan and add garlic and rice; saute for approximately 3 mnutes or until golden.
- To pot add broth, peppers, onions, cumin, salt, pepper.
- Cover; bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cook until tender and all the liquid has absorbed (approximately 20 minutes).
- Stir in cilantro and garnish with chopped green onions.
- NOTE: If a smooth texture is preferred, puree the onion and chilis in a little broth before adding to the pot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 297.8, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 4.9, Carbohydrate 57.1, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 2.5, Protein 5.2
ARROZ VERDE (GREEN RICE)
This is an authentic Mexican rice dish from Jim Peyton, and despite it's somewhat odd sounding ingredients, it is fantastic!!! Great with any meat dish. I sometimes make this for myself for dinner, with nothing but the rice and a glass of white wine to enjoy with it. Leftovers heat up well, too.
Provided by P48422
Categories Grains
Time 40m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Put the cilantro, spinach and chicken stock in a blender and blend until finely pureed.
- Add the milk and salt and blend just until everything is blended.
- Set aside.
- In a 3 qt saucepan with a good lid, heat the olive oil and butter.
- When the butter is melted, add the rice and saute until it just begins to brown (3 minutes).
- Add the onion and garlic and cook another minute, stirring.
- Add the contents of the blender, stir well, bring the mixture to a boil, then put the lid on and turn the heat to low.
- Allow to cook at least 20 minutes.
- Stir the rice very carefully with a fork, then cover and let it cook another 5 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and let the rice steam, covered, for about 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.5, Fat 16.2, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 35.8, Sodium 738.1, Carbohydrate 63.2, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 1.8, Protein 9.8
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: Fresh cilantro and lime juice are essential for a flavorful arroz verde. Make sure to use long-grain rice, as it will cook evenly and won't become mushy.
- Don't overcook the rice: Arroz verde should be cooked until tender but still slightly al dente. Overcooked rice will be mushy and bland.
- Use a hot skillet: When searing the chicken or vegetables, make sure the skillet is hot enough to create a nice sear. This will help to develop flavor and prevent the food from sticking.
- Season to taste: Arroz verde should be seasoned to your liking. Start with the basic seasonings listed in the recipe, then add more salt, pepper, or lime juice to taste.
Conclusion:
Arroz verde is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your liking by adding different vegetables, proteins, or seasonings. So next time you're looking for a flavorful and satisfying meal, give arroz verde a try!
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