Arroz de Lisa (Lisa Fish Rice) is a traditional dish from Barranquilla and the Colombian Caribbean, made with lisa fish, rice, and fresh vegetables. It is considered a festive dish, very popular in coastal celebrations. At our catering service, arroz de lisa becomes an authentic experience that connects you with tradition. If you’re searching for food near me or exploring restaurants near me, you’ll find the best of a colombian restaurant near me along with the richness of a peruvian restaurant near me, all in one place.
Ingredients
- 2 fresh lisa fish (cleaned and cut into pieces)
- 2 cups rice
- 4 cups fish broth
- 1 large white onion (chopped)
- 2 ripe tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 red bell pepper (chopped)
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- ½ cup green peas
- 1 carrot (diced)
- 2 tablespoons annatto paste (for color)
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
Step-by-step preparation
- Prepare the fish
- Wash and cut fish into pieces.
- Cook in salted water for 15 minutes.
- Remove bones and reserve broth.
- Make the sauce
- Heat oil in a large pot.
- Sauté onion, garlic, tomato, and bell pepper.
- Add annatto paste and mix well.
- Add rice and broth
- Stir rice into the sauce.
- Add reserved fish broth.
- Cook over medium heat for 15 minutes.
- Add vegetables and fish
- Add carrot, peas, and fish pieces.
- Cook for 10 more minutes until rice is tender and liquid absorbed.
- Serve
- Serve arroz de lisa hot.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Pair with egg arepas, fried plantains, or fresh salad.
Arroz de Lisa is more than just food—it’s tradition, freshness, and flavor in every bite. At our catering service, we prepare it with dedication so you can enjoy an authentic experience. So next time you’re searching for food near me or exploring different restaurants near me, remember that here you’ll find the best of a colombian restaurant near me and the diversity of a peruvian restaurant near me. Let arroz de lisa win you over and taste the true flavor of the Colombian Caribbean.
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