Every
event or family gathering this meal needs to be
part of the event. This food
brings family together. It passes from generation to generation and each family has its
own flavor, its own touch. Every Puerto Rican family has a its own individual story of this plate. For some
reason when kids are really young they do not like it, but as we get older we
start to love it and embraced it. It becomes part of the family culture. The
recipe for this meal it is passed through generation, each daughter learns from
their mom so it makes even more special.
Here is the recipe
1
tablespoon olive oil
1/2
cup sofrito
1/2
cup chopped ham (or cooked pork pieces)
2
cups rice
4
cups water
1
packet sazón
1
15-ounce can Pigeon Peas/Gandules (drained and rinsed)
Preparation:
1.
Heat olive oil in a 6-quart pot. Saute the sofrito and chopped ham for 1 minute. 2. Add the
rice, water, sazón and gandules.
2. Bring to a boil. Let boil for 2 to 3
minutes.
3. Cover, reduce heat to medium low, and
cook for 35 to 40 minutes.
Tip: Do not use a lid with a vent that allows the
steam to escape. Never lift the lid while cooking.
4. When finished cooking, stir the rice
before serving. It should be light and fluffy.
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