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Green Rice with Poblano Chiles Recipe
Green rice with poblano chiles showcases Mexican arroz verde cooked in chicken broth with poblano chiles and onions, where the poblano chile provides distinctive, smoky flavor that defines this traditional dish. This authentic Mexican preparation creates vibrant green color through careful poblano preparation while the chicken broth adds depth and richness. The poblano chiles contribute mild heat and complex, earthy flavors that make this rice much more interesting than plain preparations.
Mexican green rice (arroz verde) is cooked in chicken broth with poblano chiles, onion and rice. The poblano chile gives it the rich green color and it tastes simply delicious.
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
33 mins
Additional Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 13 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients
5 poblano peppers, halved and seeded
3 ½ cups chicken broth, divided
½ small onion
1 clove garlic
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 ½ cups uncooked white rice
1 sprig fresh epazote leaves (Optional)
salt to taste
Directions
Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven’s broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place poblano peppers cut-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Cook under the preheated broiler until the skin of the peppers has blackened and blistered, 5 to 8 minutes. Place blackened peppers into a bowl and tightly seal with plastic wrap. Allow peppers to steam as they cool, about 20 minutes. Remove and discard skins.
Combine 4 poblano peppers, 1 cup chicken broth, onion, and garlic in a blender; blend until smooth.
Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat and fry the rice, stirring continuously, until evenly browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Add poblano chile mixture and remaining 2 1/2 cups chicken broth, epazote, and salt. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low, and cook until rice is soft and all the liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
Slice remaining poblano chile and serve as a garnish with the rice.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 357 | Calories |
| 8g | Fat |
| 63g | Carbs |
| 8g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 357 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 8g | 10% |
| Saturated Fat 1g | 6% |
| Cholesterol 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium 895mg | 39% |
| Total Carbohydrate 63g | 23% |
| Dietary Fiber 4g | 15% |
| Total Sugars 3g | |
| Protein 8g | 15% |
| Vitamin C 78mg | 87% |
| Calcium 37mg | 3% |
| Iron 4mg | 19% |
| Potassium 339mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
