Description
Easy Spanish Rice is a vibrant and flavorful side dish that brings the spirit of Spain to your dinner table. Combining fluffy long-grain white rice with savory chicken broth, tangy tomato sauce, and aromatic spices, this dish is perfect for family gatherings or weeknight meals. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins for an unforgettable culinary experience that will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup crushed tomato sauce
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 tsp cumin
- 0.5 tsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté the chopped onion for about 5 minutes until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in the long-grain white rice and cook for about 2 minutes until slightly golden.
- Add chicken broth and crushed tomato sauce to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle boil.
- Sprinkle in cumin, chili powder, and salt; stir well.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes or until all liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
- Remove from heat and let sit covered for another 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Rinse the rice before cooking to remove excess starch for fluffier results. - Feel free to customize by adding diced bell peppers, corn, or black beans for added nutrition. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.