Description
This Spanish Rice Recipe is a simple and delicious way to enjoy a classic dish that’s packed with flavor. With just a few staple ingredients, you can whip up this comforting side dish that pairs perfectly with your favorite Mexican-inspired meals. Follow these easy steps to cook like Grandma and savor the authentic taste of homemade Spanish rice.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with juice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil.
- Cook the rice: Add the rice to the skillet and cook, stirring often, until lightly golden, about 5 minutes.
- Add aromatics: Stir in the onion and garlic, cooking for 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Combine ingredients: Add the diced tomatoes with juice, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Rest and serve: Remove from heat, let rest for 5 minutes, then fluff the rice with a fork. Garnish with cilantro if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- Enhance with peas, corn, or bell peppers for added flavor and color.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
