Description
Spanish Rice is a flavorful side dish made with rice, tomatoes, onions, and spices. It’s the perfect accompaniment to Mexican and Tex-Mex meals, offering a savory and slightly tangy taste.
Ingredients
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- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Add rice and cook, stirring frequently, until lightly golden, about 5 minutes.
- Add chopped onion and cook for another 2–3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and tomato sauce, then add cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18–20 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and garnish with cilantro if desired.
Notes
- Use vegetable broth to make it vegetarian.
- For extra flavor, sauté a diced jalapeño with the onion.
- This rice pairs well with tacos, enchiladas, and grilled meats.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg