Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsRepública Empanada RestaurantArroz Pura Vida Recipe

Arroz Pura Vida Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

Garbanzo beans, mushrooms, carrots, spinach, celery, bell peppers, and achiote seasoned rice.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Rinse the garbanzo beans if using canned, and chop all vegetables.

  2. 2

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced carrots, celery, and bell peppers. Sauté for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.

  3. 3

    Add Mushrooms and Spinach

    Stir in the sliced mushrooms and chopped spinach. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the mushrooms are tender and the spinach wilts.

  4. 4

    Incorporate Garbanzo Beans and Achiote

    Add the garbanzo beans and achiote paste to the pot. Mix well to combine and cook for 2 minutes.

  5. 5

    Cook the Rice

    Add the rice and vegetable broth to the pot. Season with salt and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.

  6. 6

    Fluff and Serve

    Remove from heat, let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff the rice with a fork. Serve warm.

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