Arroz atollado facts for kids
Arroz atollado is a super yummy and hearty rice dish from Colombia, especially popular in a city called Cali and the surrounding Valle del Cauca region. It's like a delicious, creamy rice stew packed with different kinds of meat, potatoes, and veggies.
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What is Arroz Atollado?
This special Colombian dish is a mix of rice, chicken, and pork. It also has different types of potatoes, fresh vegetables, and tasty seasonings. Arroz atollado often comes with fried plantain pancakes, a special sauce called hogao, and sometimes sausages. It has a slightly creamy texture and can have crunchy bits of meat.
Where Does Arroz Atollado Come From?
This traditional food was first inspired by Spanish cooking. In Colombia, this tasty recipe was made popular mainly in the Valle del Cauca area and along the coast. Long ago, it was prepared by the Guapi tribes during planting and harvesting times. Today, it's a very traditional dish in Colombia.
How is Arroz Atollado Made?
The ingredients for Arroz atollado are usually easy to find. Here are some common ones:
- Red and yellow bell peppers
- White onions
- Diced tomatoes
- Carrots and peas
- Rice
- Chicken breast
- Bacon or sausage
- Salt to taste
To make this dish, all the meats are first fried until they are nicely cooked. Then, the vegetables, chicken, and rice are cooked separately. Finally, everything is mixed together to create the creamy, flavorful rice dish. Arroz atollado is often served with fried plantains or french fries. People usually make this special rice for important celebrations or family gatherings.
See also
In Spanish: Arroz atollado para niños
