Arroz con Gandules

Transport your taste buds to the heart of Puerto Rico with this vibrant and flavorful Arroz con Gandules recipe! This traditional dish features perfectly cooked long-grain white rice infused with sofrito, a savory blend of tomatoes, herbs, and spices, and tender gandules (pigeon peas) for a rich, earthy depth. Seasoned with adobo, sazón with coriander and annatto, and a medley of briny green olives and capers, every bite bursts with authentic Caribbean flavor. Simmered to perfection in chicken broth and finished with fresh cilantro, this one-pot wonder is a crowd-pleasing centerpiece for any meal. Whether served alongside roasted meats or enjoyed on its own, Arroz con Gandules is a comforting, aromatic dish that's as easy to make as it is delicious. Perfect for family gatherings, holiday feasts, or simply spicing up weeknight dinners!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Long-grain white rice
• 1 15-ounce can Canned gandules (pigeon peas)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Sofrito
• 4 ounces Tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon Adobo seasoning
• 1 packet Sazón with coriander and annatto
• 3.5 cups Chicken broth
• 0.5 cup Green olives with pimientos
• 1 tablespoon Capers
• 1 Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Drain well and set aside.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sofrito and sauté for 3 minutes until fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the tomato sauce, adobo seasoning, and sazón packet. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken broth, and add the drained gandules, green olives, capers, bay leaf, and salt. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 5

Add the rice to the pot, stirring well to combine all the ingredients evenly.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 7

Once cooked, remove the bay leaf and stir in chopped cilantro for a fresh burst of flavor.

Step 8

Fluff the rice gently with a fork before serving and enjoy your Arroz con Gandules with your favorite protein or side dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2194.3 grams (2194.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1615

Total Fat 61.40g	79%
Saturated Fat 11.20g	56%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 9376mg	408%
Total Carbohydrate 220.70g	80%
Dietary Fiber 35.10g	125%
Total Sugars 14.80g
Protein 49.30g	99%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 316mg	24%
Iron 19mg	104%
Potassium 2376mg	51%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.8%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 54.1%