Puerto Rican Asopao de Pollo Recipe: Thick Chicken and Rice Soup

Name: Puerto Rican Asopao de Pollo Recipe: Thick Chicken and Rice Soup
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 4 personnes
Cuisine: Porto Rico — Caraïbes hispaniques
Ingredients: 1,1 kg de cuisses de poulet; 1 c. à soupe d'huile d'olive; 1 c. à café d'adobo ou sel; 1 c. à café d'origan; ½ c. à café de cumin; ½ c. à café de poivre; 1,5 c. à soupe d'huile d'olive; 125 g de jambon en dés; 1 oignon moyen; 1 poivron moyen; 1 carotte; 2 branches de céleri; 3-4 gousses d'ail; 4 c. à soupe de sofrito; 1 boîte de purée tomate; Coriandre fraîche; 1 sachet de Sazon Goya; 1,5 à 2 L d'eau; 1 grande pomme de terre; 200 g de riz long grain; 75 g de pois d'angole

Authentic recipe for asopao de pollo. Discover the secrets of this specialty. Step-by-step guide for a successful dish.

Prep.

20 min

Cuisson

45 min

Total

65 min

Servings

4 personnes

Niveau

Facile

Cuisine

Porto Rico — Caraïbes hispaniques

Ingrédients

Pour le poulet :

1,1 kg de cuisses de poulet
1 c. à soupe d'huile d'olive
1 c. à café d'adobo ou sel
1 c. à café d'origan
½ c. à café de cumin
½ c. à café de poivre

Pour l'Asopao :

1,5 c. à soupe d'huile d'olive
125 g de jambon en dés
1 oignon moyen
1 poivron moyen
1 carotte
2 branches de céleri
3-4 gousses d'ail
4 c. à soupe de sofrito
1 boîte de purée tomate
Coriandre fraîche
1 sachet de Sazon Goya
1,5 à 2 L d'eau
1 grande pomme de terre
200 g de riz long grain
75 g de pois d'angole

Préparation

1

Mariner le poulet avec huile, adobo, origan, cumin, poivre.
2

Faire revenir le jambon doré, retirer.
3

Saisir le poulet 3-4 minutes par côté. Réserver.
4

Faire revenir oignons, poivrons, céleri, carotte 3-4 minutes.
5

Ajouter ail et sofrito 2 minutes.
6

Incorporer sauce tomate, adobo, origan, Sazon.
7

Remettre jambon et poulet, ajouter eau, coriandre.
8

Mijoter 30 minutes.
9

Ajouter pomme de terre 10 minutes.
10

Ajouter riz et pois jusqu'à riz tendre (15 min).

Informations nutritionnelles

Valeurs pour 1 portion

393 Calories

18g Lipides

Astuces et conseils

Bouillon de poulet pour un goût plus riche.

Pour aller plus loin : histoire, variantes, accompagnements et conseils

In brief

Puerto Rican Asopao de pollo: a thick chicken and rice soup
Origin: Puerto Rico (Dominican Republic)
Essential ingredients: chicken, long-grain rice, sofrito (recaito), tomato, pepper
A shared dish, central to family meals and ceremonies.

Origins and cultural history of Puerto Rican Asopao de pollo

Puerto Rican Asopao de pollo has its roots in Puerto Rico. It is found mainly in Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic. It is an integral part of the local culinary heritage and continues to be passed down from generation to generation, from family kitchens to the tables of Afro-Caribbean diaspora restaurants in France.

Its preparation remains rooted in precise gestures. Each family adds its personal touch, according to the available ingredients and regional customs.

What are the essential ingredients of Puerto Rican Asopao de pollo

The preparation of Puerto Rican Asopao de pollo relies on a few essential ingredients found in most African and Caribbean online grocery stores, including NKOSI.

chicken
long-grain rice
sofrito (recaito)
tomato, pepper
onions, garlic
olives

What to serve Puerto Rican Asopao de pollo with

Puerto Rican Asopao de pollo is traditionally served with: tostones. The choice depends on the regions, the seasons and family preferences.

Nutritional benefits of Puerto Rican Asopao de pollo

Puerto Rican Asopao de pollo provides several interesting nutrients: proteins, fibre. For a balanced diet, it is advisable to combine it with vegetables and to vary the protein sources.

Frequently asked questions about Puerto Rican Asopao de pollo

How to store Puerto Rican Asopao de pollo after preparation?

Puerto Rican Asopao de pollo keeps for 2 to 3 days in the refrigerator in an airtight container. It reheats gently over low heat or in the oven, adding a little water if necessary.

Can Puerto Rican Asopao de pollo be frozen?

Yes, the dish freezes very well for up to 3 months. Defrost it overnight in the refrigerator then reheat gently.

What is the preparation time for Puerto Rican Asopao de pollo?

Allow on average 15 to 30 minutes of preparation and 45 to 90 minutes of cooking, depending on the version. Traditional versions require slow cooking to develop all the flavours.

Where to find the authentic ingredients of Puerto Rican Asopao de pollo in France?

NKOSI offers the essential ingredients (spices, dry ingredients, specialised preserves) through its online shop nkosiagro.com, with fast delivery in France and Europe.