Arroz Con Cebolla (Rice With Onions)

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 14

Arroz Con Cebolla (Rice With Onions) Recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

551

Sugar

Fat

31g

Arroz Con Cebolla is a popular Colombian dish that is also enjoyed in other countries in Latin America. The dish is simple to make and consists of rice, onions, and bacon. It is a delicious and hearty meal that is perfect for cold winter evenings. The dish has a rustic, comforting flavor that will remind you of home cooking. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you want to make something quick and easy but don't want to sacrifice flavor.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2.	Fry bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy; reserve the grease in the skillet.
3.	Crumble the bacon and mix with French onion soup mix; set aside.
4.	Pour rice and water into the skillet with the bacon grease; add chopped onions.
5.	Stir in bacon and onion soup mixture.
6.	Bake rice mixture in the preheated oven for 40 minutes.

PROS

Arroz Con Cebolla is a flavorful and satisfying main dish that is easy to make and budget-friendly.
The recipe is versatile and can be customized to suit individual preferences.

CONS

The dish is high in sodium which can affect people on a low sodium diet.
Additionally, the high fat content of bacon may cause health problems if consumed in excess.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The onions in Arroz Con Cebolla have high levels of antioxidants which can help reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. Additionally, bacon contains choline which can improve cognitive function. Rice is a good source of energy-rich carbohydrates which provide the body with the energy it needs to function effectively.

	1/2 lb bacon
	3 envelopes French onion soup
	2 cups long grain rice
	3 cups water
	1 large onion , chopped