Arroz Sapopero (Soupy Rice with Beef and Smoked Sausage)
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 pound beef diced
- 1 smoked sausage sliced
- 2 scallions finely chopped
- ⅓ cup chopped onion
- 1 cup rice
- 4 cups water
- ½ cup peeled and diced sweet potato
- ½ cup peeled and diced white potato
- 1 large carrot grated
- 1 cup green beans cut into small pieces
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- In a large pan over medium heat, melt the oil and butter. Add the sausage and beef. Sautué for 5 minutes or until the sausage and beef are brown. Transfer the meats to a plate.
- Add the onions and scallions and cook for about 5 minutes, Add the rice and stir to coat. Return the meats to the pan and add the potatoes, carrots and green beans.
- Add the water, stir and bring to a boil. Add cumin, salt and pepper. Reduce the heat to low, cover and cook for about 45 minutes or until the rice is done and the beef is cooked.
- Turn the heat off and fluff the rice with a fork. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes.
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Arroz Sapopero is simply a soupy rice, with a texture similar to risotto, cooked with beef chunks, vegetables and smoked sausage. This traditional dish, originally from the Huila department of Colombia, is flavorful, filling, and absolutely delicious.
I served it with avocado on top and it was the perfect accompaniment. I hope you enjoy this dish as much as I did!
Melinda
This sounds and looks wonderful!
I’m sure ground beef would work fine but I’m curious: What cut of beef is everyone using?
Alice
I am wondering what kind of rice you use. It looks amazing and I'd love to make it
Erica Dinho
Long grain rice.
tasteofbeirut
It looks absolutely delicious! Love that sliver of avocado on the side!
Christine @ Fresh Local and Best
The addition of potatoes is interesting. This looks like a very comforting dish.
Anh
I'm bookmarking this recipe. It looks sooo good!
Chris
That is a great rice dish. Is the sausage typical a spicy one or just your average beef sausage?
Erica
Chris- Regular smoked sausage.