Cuban-Style Yellow Rice

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
10%
Cuban-Style Yellow Rice
30 min.
12
465kcal

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This vibrant Cuban-style yellow rice is a feast for the eyes and the taste buds! It's a simple side dish that's perfect for spicing up your meal routine. With a beautiful golden hue and a hint of paprika, this rice dish is both flavorful and visually appealing. The addition of peas and pimentos brings a pop of color and a boost of nutrition, making it a well-rounded and tasty option. This vegetarian and vegan-friendly recipe is also gluten and dairy-free, so it's an inclusive dish that can be enjoyed by everyone. The rice is cooked to perfection, with a tender texture and a delightful aroma. The cooking process is straightforward, and the end result is a delicious and healthy side that pairs well with a variety of main courses. Whether you're serving a small family dinner or a large gathering, this Cuban-style yellow rice is sure to impress and satisfy!

Ingredients

  • 0.1 teaspoon annatto powder 
  • 12 servings pepper black to taste
  • cups rice long grain
  • cups rice long grain
  • small onion minced
  • 0.1 teaspoon paprika 
  • cup peas frozen thawed
  • ounce pimientos sliced for garnish
  • teaspoons salt 
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • sieve

Directions

  1. Place the rice in a sieve and rinse under cold water until the water runs clear. Shake sieve to remove excess water from rice.
  2. Place rice in a large saucepan with a tightly fitting lid and add water. Stir in the onion, salt, annatto powder, paprika, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover pan, and simmer. After cooking for 10 minutes, gently stir the peas into the rice. Cook until all the water is evaporated and the rice is tender, 15 to 20 minutes longer.
  3. Serve garnished with pimento slices.

Nutrition Facts

Calories465kcal
Protein8.52%
Fat1.81%
Carbs89.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.81
Glycemic Load
60.12
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
11.51260858515%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.29mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
1.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:465.24kcal
23.26%
Fat:0.91g
1.4%
Saturated Fat:0.24g
1.5%
Carbohydrates:101.55g
33.85%
Net Carbohydrates:98.91g
35.97%
Sugar:1.4g
1.55%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:404.11mg
17.57%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:9.65g
19.31%
Manganese:1.42mg
71.09%
Selenium:18.9µg
26.99%
Vitamin C:15.09mg
18.29%
Copper:0.33mg
16.38%
Phosphorus:158.78mg
15.88%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
12.76%
Vitamin B5:1.27mg
12.73%
Vitamin B3:2.31mg
11.54%
Fiber:2.64g
10.56%
Zinc:1.54mg
10.3%
Magnesium:37.86mg
9.47%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.22%
Iron:1.39mg
7.71%
Vitamin A:354.26IU
7.09%
Potassium:199.96mg
5.71%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.02%
Folate:19.52µg
4.88%
Calcium:45.02mg
4.5%
Vitamin K:4.29µg
4.08%
Vitamin E:0.24mg
1.59%
Source:Allrecipes