Definition: Arroz Con Gandules, or rice with pigeon peas, is good old fashioned soul food as far as Puerto Ricans are concerned. It's a staple in every kitchen, with moms from around the island adding their own twists to the standard recipe. The dish is quite simple, with the key ingredient being sofrito, which gives the dish its Caribbean flavor.
Here's an easy-to-follow arroz con gandules recipe from the Rican Chef.
