Arroz verde, green Mexican rice
Fluffy rice cooked in a blend of poblano, coriander and garlic. A fresh partner for any Mexican meal.
- Time40 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.95 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Rinse the rice in cold water until it runs clear, then drain well.
- 2
Blend the pepper, coriander, garlic, onion and 200 ml of the stock until smooth.
- 3
Heat the oil in a pan with a lid. Fry the rice for 4 minutes, stirring, until it turns pale gold.
4 min - 4
Pour in the green purée and the rest of the stock. Add a pinch of salt and bring to the boil.
- 5
Cover and cook on the lowest heat for 18 minutes, until the liquid is absorbed.
18 min - 6
Rest for 5 minutes, fluff with a fork and stir in the lime juice.
5 min
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.