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A. Arroz Verde (Green Rice)

This vibrant dish gets its color and flavor from green herbs and vegetables. Adapted from James Peyton’s recipe, here’s how to make it:
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups rice
  • ½ cup cilantro sprigs
  • 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
  • ¼ cup minced onion
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup celery
  • ½ cup parsley
  • 2-3 green onions
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1 ¼ cups chicken broth
  • 1 ¼ cups milk
  • ½ cup frozen corn thawed
  • ½ cup frozen peas thawed
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • Olive oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Blend cilantro, spinach, onion, bell pepper, celery, parsley, green onions, garlic, and chicken broth until smooth. Add milk to the mixture.
  • In a medium pan, melt butter with olive oil and sauté the rice until lightly golden.
  • Add the green vegetable puree and bring to a boil. Lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Heat corn and peas separately, then mix them into the rice before serving.
  • This green rice pairs beautifully with grilled meats or as a standalone dish.