The Asopao de Gandules is a delicious vegetarian version of this Puerto Rican thickened rice soup. With ingredients like tomatoes, olives, and cilantro, it is a comforting and flavorful dish. Perfect to enjoy on any special occasion. Give it a try!
In a large pot, prepare the ingredients for the Gandules rice stew with tomatoes, cilantro, and olives.
The mixture is cooked over low heat, allowing the flavors to blend deliciously.
When serving, enjoy a comforting and flavorful dish that will surely delight everyone at the table.
Asopao de Gandules
Ingredients
1 ½ cup of Rice
¼ cup of Oil
1 Onion, chopped or sliced
3 Green or red peppers, chopped or sliced
3 Chopped garlic
2 teaspoons of Dried oregano
2 cups of Tomatoes, chopped
2 cups of Cooked gandules
¼ cup of Olives stuffed with pimiento
1 tablespoon of Capers, rinsed
½ A handful of cilantro, chopped
6 cups of Broth
1 pinch of Salt
1 pinch of Pepper
Preparation
Step 1 : In a large bowl, mix the rice and water, leaving it to soak while preparing the other ingredients.
Step 2 : In a large pot over medium-high heat, warm the oil and add the onions and peppers, sautéing until the onions are transparent.
Step 3 : Add the garlic and oregano, sautéing for another 1 or 2 minutes.
Step 4 : Then, add the tomatoes and cook over low heat for 5 to 7 minutes.
Step 5 : Add the rice with its soaking water, gandules, olives, capers, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
Step 6 : Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the rice is well cooked.
Step 7 : If needed, add water to maintain the consistency of a stew.
Step 8 : Adjust the seasoning to taste and serve.
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