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Spanish Rice

Spanish rice is a vibrant and flavorful dish that encapsulates the essence of Spanish cuisine. With perfectly cooked long-grain rice infused with aromatic spices, fresh vegetables, and rich tomato sauce, this recipe is ideal for Taco Tuesdays or family gatherings. Easy to prepare and versatile, it pairs beautifully with various proteins or can stand alone as a satisfying dish. Get ready to elevate your meals with this delicious Spanish rice!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Course: Side
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 294

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 cup diced bell peppers red or green

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
  2. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Add uncooked long-grain rice and toast lightly for about 2 minutes while stirring continuously.
  4. Pour in tomato sauce and chicken broth, then stir in ground cumin and diced bell peppers. Bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Reduce heat, cover, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
  6. Remove from heat, let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup (200g)Calories: 294kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 480mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

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