Description
A flavorful Spanish rice recipe that pairs perfectly with any meal. Simple ingredients create a delicious side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1.5 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion and cook until soft, about 3 minutes.
- Add garlic and rice. Stir for 2 minutes.
- Pour in broth and tomato sauce.
- Add cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
- Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For spicier rice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
- Fluff rice with a fork before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: spanish rice, easy rice recipe, homemade spanish rice