Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsRepública Empanada RestaurantArroz Colombiano Recipe

Arroz Colombiano Recipe

Time50m
Serves4

A blend of shrimp, sausage, and rice cooked in R.E.’s tomato blend and Achiote, celery, onions, red bell peppers, carrots, cilantro, garnished with maduros

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Maduros

    In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced maduros and cook until golden brown on both sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil. Add the diced celery, chopped onion, diced red bell pepper, and diced carrot. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

  3. 3

    Cook the Sausage and Shrimp

    Add the sliced sausage to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned. Then, add the shrimp, R.E.’s tomato blend, Achiote powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.

  4. 4

    Add the Rice

    Add the rinsed long-grain rice to the skillet. Stir to combine all ingredients. Pour in 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and water is absorbed.

  5. 5

    Finish and Garnish

    Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork. Stir in the chopped cilantro. Serve the Arroz Colombiano garnished with the fried maduros.

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