what is the national dish of puerto rico

Arroz con gandules (rice with pigeon peas) is considered the national dish of Puerto Rico. It is a one-pot dish made with rice, pigeon peas, and sofrito, which is a cooking base made by blending onion, garlic, peppers, culantro, cilantro, and oregano (as well as other herbs, spices, and aromatics depending on the family recipe) . Arroz con gandules is a staple side dish in Puerto Rico and is often served with meat. Other popular Puerto Rican dishes include mofongo, tostones, pasteles, pernil (roasted pork shoulder), and habichuelas guisadas (stewed beans) .