Description
Easy Spanish Rice is a delicious and vibrant side dish that brings the essence of Spanish cuisine to your table in just 25 minutes. This one-skillet recipe features perfectly seasoned rice, sautéed onions, and bell peppers, all simmered in a rich tomato sauce for maximum flavor. Whether you’re serving it alongside grilled chicken, using it as a filling for tacos, or enjoying it on its own, this versatile dish is sure to impress. Quick, easy, and customizable, it’s the perfect addition to any meal—from casual weeknight dinners to festive gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- ½ medium red bell pepper, diced
- ½ jalapeño pepper (to taste)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain basmati rice, rinsed
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 8 ounces chicken or vegetable broth
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, red bell pepper, and jalapeño. Sauté for about 4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add rinsed rice to the skillet along with cumin, oregano, and salt. Toast for about 2 minutes until aromatic.
- Pour in tomato sauce and broth; bring to a boil.
- Cover with a lid, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15-20 minutes until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (180g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg