Arroz con Costillas

Arroz con Costillas is a flavorful and hearty Mexican rice dish featuring tender, braised beef short ribs cooked in a savory tomato sauce. This kosher version combines authentic spices and fresh ingredients to create a comforting meal perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Beef short ribs - 400 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Tomato - 2 medium, chopped
• Long-grain rice - 1 cup
• Beef broth - 2 cups
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lime - 1, juiced

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef short ribs and brown them on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the ribs and set aside.
2. In the same pot, add the diced onion, garlic, carrot, and bell pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the chopped tomatoes, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well and cook for another 3 minutes until the tomatoes begin to break down.
4. Return the short ribs to the pot and add the long-grain rice, mixing everything together.
5. Pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 30-35 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the short ribs are tender.
6. Once cooked, 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: 600
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from beef short ribs which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Contains vegetables which provide essential vitamins and minerals.

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