Arroz mamposteao, also known as Puerto Rican rice, is a flavorful and colorful dish that combines rice, beans, and meat. It is a staple in Puerto Rican cuisine and is often served as a side dish or main course. Arroz mamposteao is made with medium-grain rice, which is cooked with sofrito, a mixture of aromatic vegetables and herbs, and then combined with beans, meat, and seasonings. The dish is typically made with pigeon peas, but other types of beans, such as black beans or kidney beans, can also be used. The meat used in arroz mamposteado can vary, with popular choices including pork, chicken, or beef. The dish is typically seasoned with garlic, cumin, oregano, and annatto, which gives it a vibrant yellow color. Arroz mamposteao is often served with a side of fried plantains or tostones, and it can also be accompanied by a dollop of sour cream or avocado.
This article includes two recipes for arroz mamposteao: a traditional recipe and a vegetarian recipe. The traditional recipe uses pork and pigeon peas, while the vegetarian recipe uses tofu and black beans. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be made in under an hour. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a beginner, you are sure to enjoy these delicious and authentic arroz mamposteao recipes.
ARROZ MAMPOSTEAO
One of Puerto Rico's staple rice dishes, arroz mamposteao is a combination of bean stew, cooked rice and ripe plantains. It's a popular dish for home cooks since it can be put together in an extremely short amount of time and helps you use any leftover white rice you might have from the day before. Its bright reddish-orange color, topped by the green of the cilantro, is picture-perfect.
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large pot over medium high. Add the onions and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions begin to soften, about 1 minute 30 seconds. Add the sofrito, tomato sauce, tomato paste and sazón and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are lightly brown, about 2 minutes. Stir in the plantains, then the beans with their liquid and 1/2 cup water. Season to taste with salt and pepper, reduce the heat to medium low and cook, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld, about 10 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low, add the rice and cook, stirring continuously, until combined and the flavors meld, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat and fold in the cilantro.
ARROZ MAMPOSTEAO
Rice and beans are religion in Puerto Rico, though they're typically prepared separately but served together, several spoonfuls of beans on top of white rice. But mamposteao - easily my favorite name for a Puerto Rican dish - combines the two. It's a preparation intended to make use of leftovers, as it benefits from day-old rice and prepared beans. Traditionally, pork and tomato sauce are added - but, for a more subtle approach to this recipe, bacon fat replaces ham or tocino (fatback) here, giving the dish a smoky richness without any meat. You can prepare this dish from start to finish with fresh rice and fresh beans, but it's not recommended. Think of this as a satisfying way to make use of leftover ingredients that also pairs well with a variety of Puerto Rican dishes.
Provided by Von Diaz
Categories dinner, weeknight, beans, grains and rice, side dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a wide skillet or wok, heat bacon fat over medium-high until just simmering. Add sofrito and sazón, and sauté, stirring frequently, until liquid has evaporated and mixture darkens in color, 4 to 5 minutes.
- Add beans and broth, and bring to a simmer. Cook until broth thickens, forming a sauce, about 3 minutes.
- Add rice and 1 teaspoon salt, and increase heat to high, stirring well to incorporate. If you want a moister rice, simply add more broth.
- Once rice is fully heated and steaming (about 2 minutes), reduce heat to medium, and press rice gently into the pan, allowing the bottom of the rice to crisp, undisturbed, for about 3 minutes.
- Fold the bottom of the rice into the top to incorporate. Rice should be compact, but fairly dry. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes longer, stirring once or twice more until it reaches the desired crispness. Season with salt to taste.
- To serve, scoop into a small rice bowl, press gently, then turn each onto a plate or into a larger bowl. Garnish with cilantro.
ARROZ CON GANDULES
Arroz con gandules is a combination of rice and pigeon peas cooked in the same pot with sofrito. This is Puerto Rico's national dish along with roasted pork. I make a whole pot of arroz con gandules at least once a month just for me. I eat it all week long with nothing but lots of hot sauce. This rice dish is a must for all family events, gatherings or even a day at the beach.
Provided by Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 1h
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Rinse the rice with cold water, drain and set aside.
- Heat the oil and sofrito in a 6-quart Dutch oven or caldero over medium-high heat, 2 minutes. Stir in the gandules with liquid, tomato sauce, olives, sazón, adobo and black pepper to taste then bring to a simmer. Stir in the rice, add 2 cups water and bring to a boil until the water begins to evaporate. Reduce the heat to low, cover and cook until the rice is tender, about 25 minutes. Remove from the heat and let sit for 20 minutes.
- Before serving, fluff the rice and add the cilantro.
PUERTO RICAN MAMPOSTEAO RICE
A rice that is almost a meal in itself! A nice mixture of rice and beans, you are whisked away to Puerto Rico with this one. This is excellent with any grilled steak or chicken. Enjoy!
Provided by Nif_H
Categories Rice
Time 45m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- BEANS: Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan and add cooked ham. Saute for about 1 minute on medium high heat. Add 1/2 cup onions, green peppers, garlic and cilantro. Cook for about two minutes
- Add salt and pepper to taste. Add tomato sauce. Keep cooking on medium high for about 1 minute. Add the beans and the potatoes and simmer for about 1 minute stirring frequently. Add the same amount of water using the beans can. Stir, cover and cook on medium low for about 20 minutes. Stir every 3 or 4 minutes. Set aside and let cool for about 5 minutes.
- MAMPOSTEAO: In a large saucepan, heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil and the unsalted butter. Reduce heat to medium. When the butter has melted add 1/2 cup of onions. Stir until onions are cooked.
- Add the white wine and stir until the sauce is reduced. Add the rice and stir constantly until all ingredients are hot and mixed. Add about 1 cup of the cooked beans stirring constantly. Add more beans as needed (Not necessarily the whole amount), and keep stirring until you get a nice creamy mix.
- Serve imediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.5, Fat 4, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 4.8, Sodium 476.6, Carbohydrate 38.7, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 3.6, Protein 8.4
Tips:
- Rinse the rice thoroughly: This will help remove the starch and prevent the rice from becoming sticky.
- Use a large pot or Dutch oven: This will give the rice plenty of room to cook evenly.
- Bring the water to a boil before adding the rice: This will help the rice cook more evenly.
- Reduce the heat to low once the rice has come to a boil: This will help the rice simmer gently and prevent it from boiling over.
- Cook the rice for 18-20 minutes, or until all of the water has been absorbed: If you're not sure if the rice is done, you can taste a few grains. They should be tender and slightly chewy.
- Let the rice rest for 5 minutes before serving: This will help the rice absorb any remaining liquid and fluff up.
Conclusion:
Arroz mamposteao is a delicious and easy-to-make Puerto Rican dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. Serve it with your favorite sides, such as beans, plantains, or chicken. You can also use leftover rice to make arroz mamposteao, which is a great way to use up leftovers. However you choose to make it, arroz mampasteao is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Give it a try today!
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