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Arpa Şehriyeli Pilav
Easy 1 hr 1 min~280 kcal 5/10
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Arroz a la Cubana
White rice, tomato sauce, fried plantain, and a runny egg make a simple, satisfying Cuban-style plate.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr📖 1 min readServes 4~540 kcal🇨🇺 Cuban🌍 Full translation
20 min prep 30 min cook 10 min rest
- #Kid-Friendly
- #Budget-Friendly
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 1 h- Prep20 min
- Resting/Marinating10 min
- Cooking30 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
For the rice
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) Rice
- 3 su bardağı(~600 ml) Water
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Salt
For the sauce
- 4 yemek kaşığı(~60 ml) Olive oil
- 1 adet Onion
- 2 diş Garlic
- 2 su bardağı(~400 ml) Tomato puree
- 0.5 çay kaşığı(~2.5 ml) Cumin
For serving
- 2 adet Ripe banana or plantain
- 4 adet Eggs
- 0.3 demet Parsley
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Instructions
- 1
Rinse the rice until the water runs clear.
- 2
Put rice, water and salt in a pot, cook over low heat for 12 minutes and rest for 10 minutes.
22 min22:00 - 3
Finely chop the onion and soften it in half the olive oil for 6 minutes.
6 min06:00 - 4
Add garlic, tomato puree and cumin and simmer the sauce for 12 minutes, until thick.
12 min12:00 - 5
Slice the bananas lengthwise and brown both sides in the remaining olive oil.
5 min05:00 - 6
Fry the eggs in a separate pan, keeping the yolks runny.
- 7
Plate the rice, tomato sauce, fried banana and egg, then serve with parsley.
💡 Tip: Choosing very ripe bananas makes the outside caramelize while the inside stays soft.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Spoon plenty of tomato sauce beside the rice and add the egg at the last moment.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Vitamin C
Nutrition (per serving)
~540
kcal calories
15
g protein
86
g carbs
15
g fat
Protein 11%Carbs 64%Fat 25%
GI 40 · Low GIGL 34 · High GL
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Egg
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Arroz a la Cubana make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Arroz a la Cubana take?
Prep 20 minutes, cooking 30 minutes, including 10 minutes of passive resting; 60 minutes in total.Is Arroz a la Cubana difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Arroz a la Cubana have?
Approximately 540 kcal per serving. Protein: 15g, carbs: 86g, fat: 15g.Which allergens does Arroz a la Cubana contain?
This recipe contains Egg. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Arroz a la Cubana belong to?
This recipe belongs to Cuban cuisine.How many ingredients does Arroz a la Cubana need?
This recipe needs 11 ingredients.
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