Puerto Rican ham rice offers a unique combination of flavors. Thanks to the sofrito, ham, and seasonings, each bite is an explosion of delights that transports you to the Caribbean island with its blend of smoothness and robustness. A comforting recipe full of tradition.
Ham rice is a comforting and tasty dish that combines the softness of the rice with the smoky flavor of the ham.
It is a simple and traditional recipe that is usually enjoyed by everyone at the table.
Perfect to share in a family meal or among friends.
Ham Rice
Ingredients
¼ cup of Oil or achiote oil
1 cup of Chopped onions
1 cup of Chopped red onions
⅓ cup of Sofrito
½ tablespoon of Oregano
½ tablespoon of Salt or to taste
¼ teaspoon of Ground black pepper
1 tablespoon of Turmeric for color
1 Package of ham or chicken loins
120 grams of Tomato sauce
200 grams of Ham fillet cut into cubes
3 tablespoons of Chopped green olives
¼ cup of Chopped cilantro
2 Bay leaves
4 cups of Water
3 cups of Rinsed long-grain rice
Preparation
Step 1 : The long-grain white rice is rinsed until clear and set aside.
Step 2 : In a pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat and add the onions and red peppers, cooking until the onions are soft.
Step 3 : Then add the sofrito, seasonings, and tomato sauce, letting them cook for a few minutes before adding the chopped Hatfield ham.
Step 4 : Add water or chicken broth, along with cilantro and bay leaves, bringing to a boil.
Step 5 : Next, add the rinsed rice and mix well.
Step 6 : Reduce the heat to a gentle boil and cook for about 10 minutes or until most of the liquid has evaporated and the rice is visible.
Step 7 : Lower the heat to the minimum, cover the pot, and let it rest for about 22 minutes before turning off the heat.
Step 8 : After turning off the heat, remove the pot from the stove and let it rest with the lid on for ten more minutes before uncovering and gently fluffing the rice with a fork.
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