Spanish Rice
This vibrant and flavorful Spanish rice recipe is simple to make, packed with spices, and versatile enough to complement a variety of meals.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups long-grain rice Ensure the rice is rinsed before cooking.
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups vegetable broth Use gluten-free broth if necessary.
- 1 teaspoon chili powder Adjust according to your taste.
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- to taste Salt Season to your preference.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing the onions and garlic.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients. Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
- Add long-grain rice to the pot and stir for about 2 minutes to toast the rice.
- Pour in diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, chili powder, cumin, and salt. Stir to combine.
- Increase heat and bring the mixture to a boil for about 5-7 minutes.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, check rice. If needed, cook for a few more minutes.
- Remove pot from heat, fluff rice with a fork, and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving warm.
Notes
Spanish rice is versatile and can be customized with proteins or additional vegetables. Perfect for meal prep and pairs well with various entrees.