How to make this recipe. 1  In a medium saucepan, combine 1 3/4 cups of the chicken broth with the rice and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook over low heat for 18 minutes, until the rice is tender. 2  Meanwhile, in a soup pot, heat the oil. Add the kielbasa and cook over moderately high heat until lightly browned, about 4 minutes.
Nutrition and Use of Pumpkin Seed Pepitas. Pepita is the Spanish culinary term for pumpkin seed. Pumpkin seeds are commonly used in Mexican cuisine and are a popular snack in the United States. Pepitas can be prepared a variety of ways and can be a great addition to a wide range of dishes. Pepitas are not only delicious, but they also offer a great nutritional punch.
In Argentina, the term humita also refers to the creamy-corn filling of an empanada (in Spanish, empanada de humita.) In Chile. Humitas in Chile are prepared with fresh corn, onion, basil, and butter or lard. They are wrapped in corn husks and baked or boiled. They may contain ajÃ­ verde (green chili pepper). The humitas are kept together during cooking with thread or twine.