Best 4 Authentic Puerto Rican Rice And Beans Recipes

In the vibrant culinary landscape of Puerto Rico, the harmonious union of rice and beans reigns supreme. This emblematic dish, known affectionately as "arroz con gandules," is a symphony of flavors, textures, and aromas that captures the essence of the island's rich heritage. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore the authentic Puerto Rican rice and beans, unraveling the secrets behind its irresistible charm. Discover traditional recipes that have been passed down through generations, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From the aromatic sofrito that forms the flavorful base to the perfectly cooked rice and tender beans, every element of this dish is carefully orchestrated to create a harmonious ensemble. Whether you prefer the simplicity of the classic recipe or seek variations that incorporate additional ingredients like meat, vegetables, or spices, you'll find a recipe here that suits your taste buds. So, prepare your taste buds for a delightful adventure as we delve into the world of Puerto Rican rice and beans, a culinary treasure that embodies the spirit of the island.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

PUERTO RICAN RICE AND BEANS

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Very tasty Puerto Rican rice and beans recipe. Thanks Anita for the recipe! My kids LOVE the crust and fight over it. Great with hot sauce. You can also add leftover chicken. It's a very forgiving recipe.

Provided by CrazyCat

Categories Main Dish Recipes Rice Beans and Rice Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 pound pork roast, diced
3 teaspoons minced garlic
1 (15 ounce) can gandules (pigeon peas), drained (such as Goya®)
1 cup recaito (such as Goya®)
1 (1.41 ounce) package sazon seasoning with achiote
1 (5 ounce) jar pitted green olives
3 cups long grain rice, rinsed
water as needed

Steps:

Heat a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add pork and saute until browned, about 7 minutes. Stir in garlic and heat until fragrant. Add gandules, recaito, sazon seasoning, and olives. Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes.
Add rice to the pot and stir to coat. Add 1 1/2 cans' worth of water; bring to a boil and cover. Simmer until rice has absorbed most of the liquid and formed a "crust" on the bottom, 20 to 30 minutes. Stir mixture near the top, avoiding the crust, after 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.6 calories, Carbohydrate 50.6 g, Cholesterol 18 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 1237.9 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

PUERTO RICAN RICE AND BEANS (ARROZ CON GANDULES)

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Afraid of rice so you use Minute® rice? Try this Puerto Rican style rice passed on from my family and you will never go back! No more boxed rice!

Provided by The Messy Cook

Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup sofrito
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 (1.41 ounce) package sazon seasoning with achiote
½ tablespoon adobo seasoning
2 cups medium-grain white rice
2 cups chicken broth
1 ½ cups water
1 (15 ounce) can gandules (pigeon peas), drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

Heat olive oil over medium heat in a medium-sized caldero or nonstick pan. Stir in sofrito, garlic, sazon, and adobo; cook for 4 minutes, making sure not to burn garlic. Stir in rice until coated well; pour in chicken broth and water and stir once more.
Bring mixture to a boil and cook over medium-high heat until all liquid has been absorbed and rice looks like it has little holes throughout, 20 to 25 minutes. Reduce heat to low. Stir in peas and cilantro gently from bottom to top, once or twice only. Cover and let sit for 10 minutes.
Turn off heat and let rice sit, uncovered, for 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.1 calories, Carbohydrate 47.1 g, Cholesterol 1.5 mg, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 1287.7 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

AUTHENTIC PUERTO RICAN RICE AND BEANS

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This is my family's recipe straight from Aguada, Puerto Rico. In PR we make it from scratch (all the seasoning, but this recipe tastes the same, just easier than the all home-made version. This recipe is easy and serves 4, or 2 if you eat alot!! Muy rico, come lo

Provided by boricua_nena

Categories White Rice

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) can red kidney beans (habichuelas coloradas) or 1 (16 ounce) can pink beans (habichuelas coloradas)
1/2 teaspoon adobo seasoning (a flavored salt used in latin cooking)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 slice salt pork or 1 slice Canadian bacon, cubed
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 (5 g) packet sazon con azafran seasoning (comes in envelopes in a box, gives color and a distinct flavor to latin dishes)
1 1/2 tablespoons sofrito sauce (comes in a jar, a necessary ingredient in Puerto Rican cooking)
1 1/2 cups white rice, uncooked

Steps:

Made by Goya brand and can be found in the Spanish/Latin section of your grocery store Cook white rice as instructions on package of rice say to (5 minute rice is perfectly fine).
make sure when you are done cooking to let excess water out of rice.
In saucepan, heat oil on low-medium heat and put in the ham, salted pork, or Canadian bacon.
once it starts to sizzle, add the garlic powder and Adobo seasoning.
Then add the Sofrito and Sazon con Azafran seasoning, stir.
Next add red beans (drain most of liquid, just a little bit is needed to pull the sauce together).
Mix and serve.
(in Puerto Rico, it is traditional to serve rice and beans with almost every meal, but mainly with pork chops (cooked with a little sofrito and adobo seasoning) on the side).
Enjoy (a wonderful recipe straight from the island).

PUERTO RICAN RICE AND BEANS (PINK BEANS)

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Again, another recipe from my boyfriend. The Goya brand products in this recipe can usually be found in the international section or Mexican section of your grocery store. Although I use Pink Beans for this recipe, please feel free to substitute Goya Kidney Beans or Pinto Beans.

Provided by Michelle Figueroa

Categories Beans

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup ham, chopped into small cubes
2 tablespoons goya sofrito sauce
2 tablespoons goya recaito
1 teaspoon minced garlic or 2 garlic cloves, minced
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can goya pink beans, undrained
1 cup water
1/4 cup tomato sauce (plain)
1 (2 g) envelope goya sazon goya, con culantro y achiote
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1 pinch salt
1 small potato, peeled and cut into chunks
2 tablespoons manzanilla olives, sliced (or 6 to 10 whole manzanilla olives)
2 cups cooked white rice, medium grain (Cook according to packaged directions)

Steps:

Heat oil in saucepan on medium. Add ham and sauté for about 5 minutes.
Add Sofrito, Recaito and garlic and sauté another 5 minutes.
Stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until potatoes are tender and beans are desired thickness.
Serve over hot rice.
Tip: We eat this with a slice or two of avocado, which is traditionally how rice and beans are served in Puerto Rico.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 407.5, Fat 8.6, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 9.1, Sodium 650.4, Carbohydrate 65.8, Fiber 7.3, Sugar 1.4, Protein 17.2

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the final dish. Look for high-quality rice, beans, and sofrito.
Cook the rice and beans separately: This will help to ensure that both the rice and beans are cooked evenly and have the right texture.
Use a flavorful sofrito: Sofrito is a key ingredient in Puerto Rican cuisine. It adds a rich, savory flavor to the rice and beans.
Don't overcook the rice or beans: Overcooked rice and beans will be mushy and bland. Cook them until they are just tender.
Season the rice and beans to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a bit of chopped cilantro or other fresh herbs for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

Puerto Rican rice and beans is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover rice and beans. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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