Arroz a la jardinera
4 servings
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | cups | Longgrain rice |
| 2 | tablespoons | Olive oil |
| 1 | medium | Onion, finely chopped |
| 2 | Cloves garlic, chopped | |
| ½ | pounds | Green peas |
| 3 | Carrots, peeled and finely | |
| Chopped | ||
| ½ | pounds | String beans, cut into small |
| Pieces | ||
| 2 | cups | Boiling water |
Directions
Place the rice in a large bowl and rinse under cold running water for 5 minutes. Drain and set aside. Heat the oil in a medium heavy saucepan over medium low heat. Add the onion and sautJ until soft, but not brown, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and sautJ for 1 more minute to release the aromas. Add the peas, carrots and string beans, and cook slightly, about 2 minutes.
Add boiling water and rice, cover tightly and simmer for 1520 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Stir with a fork and serve hot.
Yield: 4 to 6 servings
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