It is a very delicious dish, the contribution of the pork bone extracts all the flavors, including the other elements make this dish an easy-to-make delicacy with great nutritional value.
This dish is prepared using pork meat and rice.
The meat is slow-cooked with a mixture of spices and vegetables, giving it a unique and delicious flavor. The rice is cooked in beef broth and mixed with the vegetables used to cook the meat.
The result is a delicious dish perfect for a family meal or a special dinner.
About Its Origin
It has pre-Hispanic roots and has evolved over the centuries thanks to the influence of Spanish culture.
The basic ingredients of the dish remain faithful to the original recipe, but each region of the country has its own version of the recipe.
This recipe dates back to the Colonial era in Guatemala.
It is said that the dish was one of the favorites of Spanish friars living in the country's convents. The friars were responsible for cooking and serving the dish during religious festivities and other events until the recipe became popular among the local population.
Preparation Tips
If you want to prepare this recipe, here are some suggestions.
First, make sure to cook the meat slowly, this will make it tender and juicy.
You can also add your favorite spices, such as cumin or cilantro, to give it a personal touch.
Additionally, do not forget to cook the rice in the meat broth for a delicious and authentic flavor.
Finally, you can serve the dish with a fresh vegetable salad to balance the meal and add an extra touch of flavor. Enjoy this delicious recipe and experiment with your own variations.
Pork Backbone with Rice
Ingredients
1 kilogram of Pork Backbone
500 grams of Pork leg in pieces
3 Guajillo chiles
2 Wide chiles
2 Garlic cloves
3 Cloves
1 teaspoon of Cumin
1 pinch of Salt
Water
Preparation
Step 1 : To prepare this recipe, it is recommended to start by cleaning the chiles, removing the seeds, and soaking them in hot water.
Step 2 : Once the chiles have softened, blend them with about 1 cup of water, along with the cumin and cloves, then set this broth aside.
Step 3 : Next, place the meat in a pot with enough water and a garlic clove, cooking it on low heat.
Step 4 : It is important to use a metal skimmer to remove the black foam that forms in the broth.
Step 5 : Once the meat is cooked, strain the broth and add the rice, adjusting the seasoning and stirring to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
Step 6 : When the rice is ready, it can be served on plates accompanied by bone and meat.
Step 7 : The recipe is ready to enjoy.
Video
Preparation (simple version)
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