Instructions

  1. Rinse rice several times under cold water in a sieve and drain.
  2. Cook the onion, bell pepper, and carrot in lard for 2 minutes.
  3. Add the rice and cook another minute, allowing rice to get thoroughly coated with lard.
  4. Add the hot broth, and salt and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes on low heat, until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender (do not stir while cooking).
  6. Fluff rice with a fork and garnish with chopped cilantro.
  7. Serve hot.