Got any questions? Ask away! I’m happy to help. If you enjoy this recipe, I hope you’ll leave a comment with some STARS. Also, please share it on social media. Don’t forget to tag us at #ChiliPepperMadness. I’ll be sure to share! Thanks! — Mike H. Arroz verde translates to “green rice”, as it is a simple dish of rice that is simmered with a puree of roasted poblano peppers, jalapeno and lots of fresh chopped cilantro. The combination imbues the rice with it’s vibrant green hue as well as its characteristic flavor. Try it with Classic Stuffed Peppers. There are slightly different ways to make it, with variations in peppers used and other vegetables, such as spinach. It is very popular in Mexican cuisine, though you’ll also find green rice in South American, such as Colombian and Peru. My arroz verde recipe is more of a Mexican version, with a focus on the roasted poblano, jalapeno and cilantro. I hope you enjoy it. Let’s talk about how to make arroz verde, shall we? Broil the poblanos about 15 minutes, until the skins char and blacken. They should puff up. Rough chop the poblanos and set them aside. Make the Puree. Add the roasted poblanos, jalapeno, onion, garlic, cilantro, chicken stock and salt to taste to a food processor or blender and blend until smooth. Set Aside. Heat the oil in a large pan or pot to medium-high heat. Add the rice and stir. Cook a few minutes stirring, until it begins to brown, about 5 minutes. Make the Green Rice (Arroz Verde). Pour in the reserved green puree. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat. Cover and simmer on low for 25 minutes, or until the rice absorbs all of the liquid, fluffing the rice a bit with a wooden spoon a few minutes before it is done. Cooking times can vary a bit for rice. Just keep an eye on it. Boom! Done! Your arroz verde is ready to serve. Green rice, my friends! Looks great, doesn’t it? This is a perfect side dish for your next Mexican meal.
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That’s it, my friends. I hope you enjoy this amazing green rice recipe. Let me know if you make it. I’d love to hear how it turned out for you. Keep it spicy!
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