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Spanish Rice

Fluffy, tomato-infused Spanish rice made with toasted long-grain rice, aromatic spices, and savory broth.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice uncooked
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 cup onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.75 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp ground cumin
  • 0.5 tsp paprika

Equipment

  • Large skillet or saucepan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add rice and cook, stirring frequently, until lightly golden.
  3. Stir in chopped onion and cook until softened.
  4. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  5. Mix in tomato sauce, salt, cumin, and paprika.
  6. Pour in broth and bring to a gentle boil.
  7. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid absorbed.
  8. Remove from heat, rest covered for 5 minutes, then fluff and serve.

Notes

Adjust seasoning to taste and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.