Spanish Rice Recipe With Rotel
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Description
Spanish rice is a flavorful and colorful side dish that complements any meal. This recipe uses Rotel tomatoes and green chilies to give the rice a spicy kick. It’s a perfect dish for those who love spice and flavor.Prep Time
The prep time for this recipe is approximately 10 minutes.Cook Time
The cook time for this recipe is approximately 25 minutes.Ingredients
- 1 cup of long-grain rice
- 1 can of Rotel tomatoes and green chilies
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 small green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon of tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon of cumin
- 1 teaspoon of chili powder
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 2 cups of chicken broth
Equipment
- Large saucepan
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Spoon
Method
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the onion and green bell pepper and cook until they are soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the rice and stir to coat it in the vegetable oil.
- Add the tomato paste, cumin, chili powder, and salt and stir to combine.
- Add the Rotel tomatoes and green chilies and stir to combine.
- Add the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with a lid.
- Simmer the rice for 18-20 minutes, or until the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the rice sit for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and serve.
Notes
- This recipe can be made with brown rice, but the cooking time will be longer.
- Leftover rice can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- This rice pairs well with grilled chicken or steak.
Nutrition Info
Serving size: 1 cup
Calories: 190
Total fat: 3g
Saturated fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 680mg
Total Carbohydrates: 36g
Dietary fiber: 2g
Sugars: 2g
Protein: 5g
Recipe Tips
- Be sure to use a large saucepan to allow enough room for the rice to cook and expand.
- Stir the rice occasionally while it’s cooking to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the saucepan.
- If you prefer a milder flavor, use a can of diced tomatoes instead of Rotel tomatoes and green chilies.
- For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
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