Best Puerto Rican Foods (Rice and Beans Recipe and More)
Puerto Rican Rice and Beans is one of the most popular Puerto Rican recipes. It’s saucy, flavorful, and comforting. Leftovers are perfect for meal prep.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons sofrito
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 3/4 cup ham cubed
- ¼ cup tomato sauce
- 2 cans 14 oz each red beans
- 1 ½ cup chicken stock
- ½ pound potatoes cut into smaller chunks
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 packet sazon seasoning
- 1 teaspoon adobo seasoning
- salt and pepper to taste
- steamed rice
Instructions
- Add oil to a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add sofrito and sauté for about 2 minutes or until fragrant.
- Add ham and stir fry until it starts to caramelize.
- Stir in tomato sauce, beans, chicken stock, and sazon seasoning.
- Add potatoes and season with oregano and adobo seasoning.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes. The potatoes should be tender and completely cooked through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm over rice and enjoy!