Go Back
+ servings
Arroz Verde Recipe

Delicious Arroz Verde Recipe for Flavor-Packed Meals

Enjoy this Arroz Verde recipe, a vibrant Mexican green rice dish that elevates meals with fresh flavors.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup White Rice Can substitute with basmati or jasmine.
For the Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Swap for olive oil for dairy-free.
  • 1 cup Corn Fresh, frozen, or canned.
  • 2 medium Poblano Peppers For a milder taste, use green bell peppers.
  • 1/2 cup Cilantro Can substitute with parsley.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves Or replace with garlic powder.
  • 1/2 medium White Onion Yellow or red can be used.
For the Broth Base
  • 2 cups Chicken Stock Vegetable broth for vegetarian option.
  • 1 cube Chicken Bouillon Omit for vegetarian option.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust based on broth's saltiness.

Equipment

  • blender
  • large saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Wash and rinse the white rice under hot running water until clear to remove excess starch.
  2. Slice one poblano pepper and blend the remaining with cilantro, onion, one garlic clove, bouillon, and chicken stock until smooth.
  3. Melt butter in a saucepan, add poblano strips and the other garlic clove, and sauté for about 2 minutes.
  4. Stir in the washed rice and fry for about 3-4 minutes until slightly translucent; add corn and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Combine the strained poblano mixture with the rice, bring to boil, then reduce heat to low and cover to simmer for 20 minutes.
  6. Fluff the rice with a fork after cooking and serve, optionally garnishing with chopped cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat with moisture.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!