Delicious Arroz Amarillo Recipe – Quick & Fluffy Latin Delight

A quick and fluffy Arroz Amarillo recipe that enhances your meals and brings people together.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Resting Time 5

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Latin

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Rice

2 cups Dried Long Grain Rice Use white rice for best texture
2 tablespoons Butter or Oil Olive oil or coconut oil can be substituted

For the Flavor Base

1 medium Finely Diced Onion Shallots make a good substitute
3 cloves Minced Garlic Garlic powder can be used in a pinch

For the Broth

1 cube Chicken Base or Bouillon Use vegetable base for vegetarian option
1 teaspoon Turmeric Can use saffron for a richer flavor
1 tablespoon Adobo Seasoning Taco seasoning can be an alternative

For Cooking

4 cups Water Adjust as needed for proper cooking

For the Fresh Touch

1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro Parsley can be a milder replacement

Equipment

4-quart saucepot

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Heat a 4-quart saucepot over medium heat. Add butter and let it melt, then incorporate the finely diced onions and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until onions are translucent and fragrant.
Stir in the dried long grain rice, ensuring each grain is coated in the buttery mix. Toast the rice for about 2 minutes, continuously stirring.
Introduce the chicken base, turmeric, and adobo seasoning to the pot, stirring well. Then pour in 4 cups of water, stirring until combined.
Cover the pot and increase heat to high to bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 15-18 minutes.
After simmering, remove the pot from heat without lifting the lid. Let the Arroz Amarillo rest covered for an additional 5 minutes.
Uncover and fluff the rice with a fork. Fold in the chopped cilantro and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Rinse the rice before cooking to remove excess starch for fluffiness. Adjust water as necessary to prevent mushy rice. Letting the rice rest after cooking enhances flavor absorption.

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