Spanish Rice
This easy Spanish rice recipe delivers flavorful, non-clumpy rice with a beautiful orange color, perfect as a side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice Use uncooked rice
- 2 tablespoons oil For sautéing the rice
- 1 small onion, finely chopped Optional, for added flavor
- 1 clove garlic, minced Optional, for added flavor
- 1 cup tomato sauce or fresh tomatoes blended with water For cooking the rice
- 1 teaspoon salt For seasoning
- 1 teaspoon cumin For seasoning
- 1 pinch chili powder Optional, for added heat
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add raw long-grain white rice and stir for about 3 minutes until it turns slightly golden.
- If using, add finely chopped onion and minced garlic. Stir again.
Cooking
- Pour in the can of tomato sauce or blended fresh tomatoes with water.
- Sprinkle in salt, cumin, and chili powder. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a low bubble, cover the pan, and let it simmer for 15 to 20 minutes without lifting the lid.
- At the end of the cooking time, fluff the rice with a fork.
Notes
For added variety, you can mix in peas, carrots, or corn. This dish can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for later use.