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arroz con grandules (rice and pigeon peas)

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Rainn Thomas
Akron, OH

This is a time honoured recipe from the kitchen of a woman that I adore and love. I consider her my 2nd mom and she is one of the best "kitchen chefs" i know. Thank you Lily.

(1 rating)
cook time 1 Hr 30 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For arroz con grandules (rice and pigeon peas)

  • 2 can
    goya grandules (pigeon peas)
  • 2
    pork steaks (or 1 small pack pork ribs or pork loin)
  • 4 c
    goya rice, medium grain
  • 5 c
    water
  • sofrito

How To Make arroz con grandules (rice and pigeon peas)

  • 1
    In a pot, add 4 cups of water and meat to a boil, then cover and cook for 20 minutes.
  • 2
    Drain sofrito to the pot and add 1 cup of water.
  • 3
    Add grandules and bring to a boil.
  • 4
    Wash rice, add to the pot and stir. (Taste liquid, if more salt, etc is needed add it now)
  • 5
    Boil for about 10 minutes, or until the liquid on top forms little holes.
  • 6
    Stir 1-2x to make sure it's not sticking. (stirring more will cause your rice to be sticky).
  • 7
    Turn heat down to low, cover tightly and cook for 15-20 minutes. DO NOT OPEN LID OR STIR.
  • 8
    Serve while hot with your favourite bread and enjoy.

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