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Spanish Rice Recipe

A simple and delicious Spanish rice recipe that's perfect as a side dish or main course.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Spanish
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro optional

Instructions 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the rice and cook, stirring constantly, until the rice is golden brown.
  3. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until the onion is soft.
  4. Stir in the tomato sauce, chicken broth, salt, cumin, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  6. Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the cilantro, if using. Serve warm.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1.5mg

Keywords

Easy, Rice, Spanish Rice
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