Poblano Rice

Serves: 4

Catharine Rutherford

1 January 1970

Based on User reviews:

49

Spice

55

Sweetness

58

Sourness

39

mins

Prep time (avg)

5

Difficulty

Ingredients:

3 tsp

Kosher Salt

Directions:

1

Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a medium, heavy nonstick skillet over medium heat

2

Add the onions and saute until translucent, about 3 minutes

3

Add the poblano chiles and saute, about 8 minutes

4

Mix in the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute

5

Season with the salt and pepper

6

Add 1 cup broth and bring to a boil

7

Turn off the heat and let cool

8

Transfer the mixture to a blender and process until smooth, about 1 minute

9

Measure the liquid yield from the blender, adding more chicken broth if necessary to yield 2 total cups of poblano liquid

10

Adjust seasoning to taste

11

Meanwhile, clean the skillet, place over medium heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil

12

Fry the rice until slightly golden

13

Pour the poblano puree into the skillet and bring to a simmer

14

Turn down the heat to medium-low and cover tightly

15

Cook for 30 minutes, turn off the heat and let rest for 10 minutes

16

Fluff with a fork before serving