Spanish Style Arroz con Kale
A hearty Spanish-inspired rice dish packed with nutritious kale. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- ●1 cup arroz
- ●2 cups, chopped kale
- ●2 tablespoons hearty spanish olive oil
- ●to taste black pepper
- ●1 tablespoon negro lard or vegetable oil
- ●1 medium, chopped onion
- ●2 cloves, minced garlic
- ●2 cups chicken broth
- ●to taste salt
- ●1 medium, diced tomato
Instructions
- 1
Heat the lard or oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- 2
Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- 4
Add the chopped kale and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes.
- 5
Add the cooked arroz, chicken broth, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- 6
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover.
- 7
Cook for 15-20 minutes or until the liquid has been absorbed and the arroz is tender.
- 8
Stir in the diced tomato and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- 9
Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh herbs if desired.
- 10
Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- 11
Serve and enjoy!