Easy Arroz Ala Cubana Recipe
I. Introduction
The Filipino version of a classic comfort meal: ground beef, rice, fried egg, and fried plantains. This Easy Arroz Ala Cubana Recipe combines the savory flavors of picadillo with sweet fried saba bananas and a sunny-side-up egg, creating a complete and satisfying meal.
II. Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup diced carrots
- 2 potatoes, cubed
- 2 eggs
- 4 saba bananas, sliced diagonally
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
III. Equipment
- Large skillet
- Frying pan
- Wooden spoon
- Plate for serving
- Measuring cups
IV. Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet and cook ground beef until crumbled and cooked through.
- Add tomato sauce, soy sauce, raisins, carrots, and potatoes to the beef.
- Simmer until vegetables are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Season with black pepper and adjust seasonings to taste.
- Fry saba bananas in a separate pan until golden brown.
- Fry eggs sunny-side-up in the same pan used for bananas.
- Plate with rice, beef picadillo, fried bananas, and sunny-side-up eggs.
- Serve immediately while hot.
V. Tips
Adding green peas or olives; balancing the sweetness. Make sure the bananas are ripe but not overripe for the best texture. The combination of sweet bananas with savory beef creates a perfect balance of flavors. Adjust the sweetness by adding more or fewer raisins. The dish is best served immediately while the rice is hot and the egg yolk is still runny.
VI. Serving
Plate with molded rice, a sunny-side-up egg, and fried plantains on the side. This colorful and satisfying dish offers a variety of flavors and textures in every bite. The runny egg yolk adds richness to the rice and beef mixture. It’s a complete meal that’s both filling and delicious.
VII. Storage
Store components separately for best results. Keep the beef picadillo in an airtight container and reheat on the stovetop. The rice should be consumed within 1-2 days. Fried bananas are best when served fresh but can be reheated briefly. Eggs should be cooked fresh when reheating the dish.
