Arroz a la Huasteca

Arroz a la Huasteca is a vibrant vegetarian rice dish that captures the essence of the Huasteca region with its combination of spices, vegetables, and fresh herbs. This dish is a hearty and flavorful option that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side.

Ingredients

• Basmati rice - 150 grams
• Vegetable broth - 400 ml
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Bell pepper (any color) - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Corn kernels - 100 grams (fresh or frozen)
• Green peas - 50 grams (fresh or frozen)
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lime - 1, juiced
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain and set aside.
2. In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic and diced bell pepper to the saucepan, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
4. Stir in the diced zucchini, tomato, corn, and green peas. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Add the rinsed rice to the vegetable mixture and stir to combine. Toast the rice for about 2 minutes, allowing it to absorb the flavors.
6. Pour in the vegetable broth, add cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and bring to a boil.
7. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
8. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber, supporting digestive health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.

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