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Bulgur Pilavı
Easy 1 hr 3 min~180 kcal 6/10
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Arroz con Elote
This Mexican-style rice cooks sweet corn and cilantro into a fluffy savory side.
Easy⏱️ 38 min📖 1 min readServes 4~248 kcal🇲🇽 Mexican🌍 Full translation
10 min prep 18 min cook 10 min rest
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 38 min- Prep10 min
- Resting/Marinating10 min
- Cooking18 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 1.5 cup(~300 ml) Rice
- 1 cup(~200 ml) Corn kernels
- 1 Onion
- 0.3 bunch Cilantro
- 2.5 cup(~500 ml) Water
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Vegetable oil
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Rinse and drain the rice so excess starch does not make the pilaf sticky.
- 2
Toast the onion and rice in oil for 4 minutes, keeping the grains separate.
4 min04:00 - 3
Add the corn kernels, salt, and hot water to the pot.
- 4
Cook the rice over low heat for 14 minutes.
14 min14:00 - 5
Remove from the heat and rest for 10 minutes so the corn softens with steam.
10 min10:00
💡 Tip: Starting by toasting the rice helps the pilaf stay separate grain by grain.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve as a hot rice pilaf with cilantro on top and lime wedges on the side.
Nutrition (per serving)
~248
kcal calories
5
g protein
39
g carbs
8
g fat
Protein 8%Carbs 63%Fat 29%
GI 45 · Low GIGL 18 · Medium GL
4.4g
Sugar
2.4g
Fiber
598.7mg
Sodium
1.2g
Saturated fat
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.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
5/10Moderate satiety, fine between meals
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FAQ
How many servings does Arroz con Elote make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Arroz con Elote take?
Prep 10 minutes, cooking 18 minutes, including 10 minutes of passive resting; 38 minutes in total.Is Arroz con Elote difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Arroz con Elote have?
Approximately 248 kcal per serving. Protein: 5g, carbs: 39g, fat: 8g.Is Arroz con Elote allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.Which cuisine does Arroz con Elote belong to?
This recipe belongs to Mexican cuisine.How many ingredients does Arroz con Elote need?
This recipe needs 7 ingredients.Is Arroz con Elote filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 5/10; moderately filling, suitable between meals. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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