Guam’s Red Rice

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 2

Guam's Red Rice recipe- a delicious and flavorful side dish

by The Chefin Rice

Prep

5 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

291

Sugar

Fat

Guam's Red Rice is a popular side dish in Guam, a small island territory located in the Western Pacific Ocean. The dish consists of boiled rice cooked with achiote oil, onions, and bacon, giving it a deep red color and a delicious smoky flavor. This dish is traditionally served as a side dish for fiestas and other celebrations and is a must-have for any festive gathering in Guam.

Instructions

1.	In a small frying pan over medium-low heat, cook achiote seeds in cooking oil for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and oil turns red. Strain the oil and discard seeds.
2.	In a large pot, mix rice, water, salt, and achiote oil. Stir and bring to a boil over high heat.
3.	Reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 20 minutes.
4.	In a frying pan, cook bacon and onions until bacon is crispy and onions are translucent. Set aside.
5.	Once the rice is cooked, remove from heat and let it rest covered for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork. Add bacon and onion mixture and stir well.
6.	Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

Guam’s Red Rice is a delicious and flavorful side dish that pairs well with a variety of main courses.

The rice is soft and fluffy and is infused with a beautiful deep red color.

CONS

This dish contains bacon and may not be suitable for vegetarians and those who avoid pork.

The recipe calls for a fair amount of oil, which may not be ideal for those watching their fat intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The achiote oil used to prepare the rice has been known to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Additionally, achiote seeds are a good source of calcium, iron, and Vitamin B6 which are essential for healthy bones and red blood cells.
This dish is also a good source of carbohydrates which can provide energy for the body.

	2 tablespoons achiote seeds
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	2 tablespoons cooking oil or 1 tablespoon butter
	1/2 cup chopped onion
	2 cups water
	2 cups rice
	1/2 cup diced bacon ( optional )