Juan Pollo Rice Recipe
Do you love the famous Juan Pollo Rice Recipe? It is savory, yellow, and very delicious. Many people want to know how to make it.
Equipment
- Large pot with a tight lid.
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 2 cups long-grain white rice.
- 4 cups warm chicken broth.
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil.
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder.
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder.
- 1 teaspoon salt to taste.
Instructions
- Wash the rice under cold water. Do this until the water runs clear.
- Put oil in your large pot. Turn the heat to medium.
- Add the dry rice to the pot. Stir it for three minutes until lightly toasted.
- Stir in turmeric, garlic, and onion powder. This creates the beautiful yellow color.
- Slowly add the chicken broth and salt. Stir everything once to mix well.
- Bring the liquid to a quick boil. Turn heat to low and cover tightly.
- Cook for 18 minutes without opening the lid. Turn off heat and rest for five minutes.
Notes
- Always rinse your rice to remove extra starch.
- Use high-quality chicken broth for better taste.
- Do not peek under the lid while cooking.
- Fluff the rice gently with a fork.
- Add a squeeze of lime for extra zing.