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Spanish Rice

Fluffy, savory Spanish rice simmered in tomato broth and warm spices, perfect as a classic side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Rice Base
  • 2 cups long-grain white rice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup yellow onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Large skillet or saucepan
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and toast rice until lightly golden.
  2. Add onion and cook until softened, then stir in garlic.
  3. Mix in tomato sauce and seasonings until rice is evenly coated.
  4. Pour in broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover.
  5. Simmer for 18–20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid absorbed.
  6. Rest, fluff with a fork, and serve warm.

Notes

For best texture, avoid stirring while the rice simmers.