Puerto Rican fried rice is a delicious fusion of flavors inspired by the culinary diversity of Puerto Rico. With influences from different continents, this dish represents the island's gastronomic richness, with aromas and textures that will take you on a unique flavor journey.
Puerto Rican fried rice is an explosion of flavors, where ingredients like recaíto, peppers, and capers are combined to give it a unique touch.
With translucent onion and a hint of tomato paste, the rice gains an unmatched richness.
By incorporating seasoned pork and fried plantains, a hearty and delicious dish is achieved that is sure to delight everyone.
Puerto Rican Fried Rice
Ingredients
1 Pork loin
2 teaspoons of Kosher salt
½ teaspoon of Pepper
2 tablespoons of Oregano
4 Garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons of Olive oil
1 Onion, chopped
¼ cup of Water
2 tablespoons of White vinegar
¼ cup of Recaíto
1 Small onion, diced
¼ cup of Roasted red peppers or diced spicy peppers
1 tablespoon of Capers
1 Sazón with achiote
1 tablespoon of Tomato paste
2 cups of Cooked rice
400 milliliters of Gandules (pigeon peas), drained
2 cups of Water
2 Bay leaves
2 Ripe plantains
Vegetable oil
3 Eggs
Cilantro
Avocado
Preparation
Step 1 : To prepare this delicious recipe, start by combining salt, pepper, oregano, garlic, and olive oil in a small bowl.
Step 2 : Then, rub the pork loin with this seasoning mixture.
Step 3 : In a slow cooker, add the chopped onion and place the pork on top, adding water and vinegar.
Step 4 : Cook on high for 3 hours.
Step 5 : While the pork cooks, you can prepare the rice.
Step 6 : In a hot pot with olive oil over medium-high heat, add recaíto, onion, red peppers, and capers.
Step 7 : Cook until the onion is translucent, then add sazón, salt, and tomato paste, mixing well.
Step 8 : Add the rice and toast for a few minutes before adding water, gandules, and bay leaves.
Step 9 : Let it boil, then reduce the heat and cover for 20-30 minutes until the rice is tender.
Step 10 : Meanwhile, peel and diagonally cut the plantains, fry them in a skillet until golden.
Step 11 : Once ready, remove and set aside.
Step 12 : In a separate skillet, scramble the eggs.
Step 13 : Heat olive oil in another skillet over high heat and add the pork, fried plantains, half of the cooked rice, and scrambled eggs.
Step 14 : Stir-fry until everything is hot and the rice is crispy.
Step 15 : Enjoy!
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