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

Md Tumul
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This recipe is a must-try for any cilantro lover.


Michael Lahai
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new favorite in my household.


Rana Ahmed Ali
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This dish is a great way to impress your guests. It's so flavorful and visually appealing, it's sure to be a hit.


Aiden Medina
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I love how customizable this recipe is. You can add different vegetables, herbs, and spices to create your own unique version of Arroz Verde.


Dane-eka Guthrie
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken or shrimp. I often make a big batch of chicken or shrimp on the weekend, and then I use it to make this dish during the week.


Web Mizan
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I'm always looking for healthy and flavorful side dishes, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. It's low in calories and fat, but it's still packed with flavor.


Md Rasad2
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This recipe is a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables. They love the green color and the delicious flavor.


Saber Sayed
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I love the pop of color that this dish adds to my plate. It's so visually appealing.


Mona Fyter
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This dish is so easy to make, even a beginner cook can do it. I'm a novice in the kitchen, but I was able to make this dish without any problems.


Margaret Cline
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook rice, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. The green color is so vibrant and inviting.


Sibuyiselwe Tshangana
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. I always have leftover rice in my fridge, so this is a perfect way to use it up.


Parvin Akther
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about it!


Abrar Ch
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This is one of my favorite go-to recipes when I'm short on time. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always delicious.


krystle smith
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I love how versatile this dish is. I've served it as a side dish, a main course, and even a breakfast casserole. It's always a hit.


Zeeshanali khan
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it always turns out perfectly.


Parveen Akhter
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I'm not a huge fan of cilantro, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I'm glad I did! The cilantro flavor was subtle and not overpowering at all.


Faiaz
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Easy to make and so delicious! I used fresh cilantro from my garden and it really made the dish.


Yaman Prajapati
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Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the green color was beautiful. My family loved it.


Sarbuland Khan
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This Arroz Verde was a hit! The flavors of the cilantro, garlic, and onion blended perfectly, and the rice was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.