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Green Rice (Arroz Verde)
Colorful and loaded with flavor, this Green Rice Recipe also known as "Arroz Verde" is delicious and surprisingly easy to make! This homemade Green Rice is laced with fresh herbs, lime juice and spinach, and also chili peppers for a kick of heat! It goes with all of your Mexican favorites (tacos, burritos, enchiladas) and is perfect anytime!
Ingredients
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 poblano pepper, stem removed and seeded
- 1 jalapeno pepper, stem removed and seeded
- 1/2 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 cups long grain white rice, rinsed
- 1 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup parsley, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
Instructions
- Add the spinach, jalapeno, poblano, onion, garlic and chicken broth to a food processor fitted with the blade attachment. Pulse for 2 minutes or until everything is combined.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium high heat.Add in rice and cook until the rice gets toasted and golden brown 3-4 minutes.
- Add in the pureed peppers and onion mixture to the pot. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Add in milk and bring to a simmer.
- Cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until all of the liquid is absorbed.
- Add in cilantro, parlsey and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Calories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 66gProtein: 9gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 26mgSodium: 319mgPotassium: 410mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1927IUVitamin C: 47mgCalcium: 153mgIron: 2mg