Description
A flavorful and easy-to-make Spanish rice dish, perfect as a side for Mexican meals or as a base for a hearty main course.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the rice and cook, stirring constantly, until the rice is golden brown.
- Add the chopped onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Add the tomato sauce, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, and salt. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
- Cover and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
- Add diced bell peppers or peas for extra vegetables.
- For spicier rice, include a diced jalapeño when sautéing the onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg