Season 10 - Dinner / S10D23
Puerto Rican Arroz con Longaniza (Sausage Rice)
Story
Every time Don Luis hears the sizzle of longaniza hitting the hot pot, he’s instantly transported to his grandmother’s backyard in Caguas. The air would dance with the scent of garlic and sofrito while cousins raced through the yard, dodging mangoes falling from the trees. That rice wasn’t just food—it was a whole family reunion in a single pot. Now, in his cozy rustic kitchen, Don Luis takes out his signature pot, wraps his leather-accented apron tight, and gets to work. He knows that once that golden rice starts to puff and the longaniza releases its magic, the house will start filling with laughter and little feet running to the table. 🍴👣❤️ Time + 🍽️ Calories + 💰 Cost (per serving)
Ingredients
- 1 lb Puerto Rican longaniza sausage, sliced into ½” rounds 🔥
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil 🧴
- 0.5 cup sofrito (preferably homemade!) 🧅🌿🌶️
- 1 packet of Sazón con achiote 🌅
- 1 tsp adobo seasoning 🧂
- 0.5 tsp ground black pepper ⚫
- 1½ cups long-grain white rice 🍚
- 3 cups water 💧
- 0.5 cup tomato sauce 🍅
- 0.5 cup green peas (optional) 🌱
- Salt to taste 🧂
Instructions
- 1Heat the oil in a caldero or large pot over medium heat. Add the longaniza and sauté until browned and fragrant, about 6–8 minutes. Remove a few pieces to garnish later if desired.
- 2Add sofrito and sauté with the sausage for 2 minutes.
- 3Stir in tomato sauce, Sazón, adobo, and black pepper. Let it simmer for 2 more minutes.
- 4Add the rice and stir well, coating each grain in flavor. Toast lightly for 2 minutes.
- 5Pour in the water and green peas (if using). Stir once and bring to a boil.
- 6Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25–30 minutes, or until rice is fully cooked.
- 7Fluff with a fork, taste for salt, and garnish with reserved longaniza pieces. Serve warm! 🍽️🔥
About the narrator
Don Luis · A character for three generations
Don Luis is the brand character and narrator for this catalog: a warm voice for Puerto Rican family recipes tested by the real creator behind the brand. The project carries three generations of flavor and writes each recipe step by step so any kid can follow it.
Read our mission →