Puerto Rican Rice & Beans with Sofrito (Arroz con Gandules)

Name: Puerto Rican Rice & Beans with Sofrito (Arroz con Gandules)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Latin American
Ingredients: 2 tbsp achiote oil or olive oil; ¼ cup sofrito*; 1 tsp sazon seasoning*; 1 tbsp adobo seasoning*; ⅓ cup tomato sauce; ⅓ cup pimento olives, sliced; 15 oz (1 can) gandules, rinsed and drained; 2 cups white rice (medium grain), rinsed; 2 ½ cups water or broth; optional: cilantro to garnish

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:25min

This family recipe for Puerto Rican-style rice and beans (famously known as Arroz con Gandules) is full of authentic flavors, and easy to make. Made on the stovetop in one pot, it's ready within 30 minutes! Perfect for serving with chicken, pork, or as a stand-alone meal.

Updated at: Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:09:31 GMT