Lesson 48
Yellow Rice in Rice Cooker and Puerto Rican Pork Chops
Blast on the heat! Arroz Amarillo, or yellow rice recipe, is the perfect side dish! It’s made with saffron and Sazón seasoning and is very flavorful.
INGREDIENTS:
INSTRUCTIONS:
Start by blooming the spices and saffron for extra flavor. Bring your broth to a boil either on the stove or in the microwave and then remove from heat. Add in garlic, oil, salt & black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, saffron Sazon. Stir together and then let sit for 5 minutes.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What kind of rice cooker will this work with?
We use the Aroma rice cooker. However, you should have good luck with most any brand of rice cooker. You will want to ensure that the liquid level is adequate for the amount of rice you are using per your rice cooker’s guide.
TOP TIPS
Here are a few key things to keep in mind for successfully cooking yellow rice in a rice cooker:
STORAGE
This yellow rice can be stored in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and warmed up on the stove or in the microwave.
The yellow rice can be frozen for later use. I find that putting it in a bowl with a bit of water, covering it with a plate and putting it in the microwave for a few minutes helps to make it nice and fluffy again.
Pork Chops
Instructions:
Step 1: Rinse your room-temperature pork chop with water to remove sediments and trim excess fat.
Step 2: Soak pork chops with water, white vinegar, and lemon or lime juice for 30 minutes.
Using room-temperature meat allows for your pork chops to cook evenly.
Step 4: This is optional, but the best way to keep your pork chops from curling while frying, cut slits along the fat about every 1-2 inches.
Step 5: Season pork chops with dry ingredients first, then add the sofrito. Be sure to rub in the seasonings well to coat every inch of your pork chop.
Tip: Wear gloves when seasoning with Sazon to keep hands from staining.
Step 6: Pan-fry your pork chops for 3-5 minutes per side or until they get a golden-brown color.
*Make sure the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit with a meat thermometer.
Step 7: Remove your pork chops and let them rest on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil.
Tip: If you’re making multiple batches, you can place your cooked pork chops onto a cooling rack over a sheet pan in the oven on warm heat, to keep the pork chops warm.
Everyone To Clean Up:
Thank you for coming and participating in the cooking class, with much love Mrs. Ruth ❤️… Have a wonderful day! 😊