Rice with Peppers

Name: Rice with Peppers
Prep time: 65 min
Cook time: 25 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Internacional
Ingredients: olive oil; 3 cloves garlic; 1 cup red bell pepper, in cubes; 1 cup yellow bell pepper, in cubes; 1 cup orange bell pepper, in cubes; 2 cups white rice, soaked and drained; 1 liter chicken broth; 2 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped; salt and pepper

Mara Alpizar

Add flavor to your meals with this rice with peppers, an easy and quick dish, but also ideal to prevent the bell pepper you have in your fridge from going bad.

In Mexico, it is very common to serve stews with white rice or Mexican red rice, but this rice with peppers recipe is perfect to serve with a milanesa, some fajitas, or a wire. Are you tempted?

Regarding its health benefits, let's remember that bell pepper is an ingredient rich in antioxidants, fiber, and vitamin C, making it perfect to include in all your meals.

Dare to prepare a delicious rice with peppers and surprise everyone with a dish that is both a feast for the senses and a hug for the heart!

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Reviewed by Editorial Team of Kiwilimón

Published: 16-05-2025

Preparation

40 mins

25 mins

Low

Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat and sauté the garlic cloves, then add the peppers and sauté lightly for 2 minutes. Incorporate the rice and sauté for 10 minutes or until lightly golden. Pour the chicken broth, cover, and cook the rice over low heat for 20 minutes. Adjust the seasoning, add the cilantro, and cook for 2 more minutes.