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Easy Spanish Rice

Easy Spanish Rice

A vibrant and flavorful Easy Spanish Rice dish, packed with spices and tomatoes, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup frozen peas optional

Equipment

  • pot

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until softened.
  3. Stir in the ground cumin, paprika, and salt.
  4. Add the rice to the pot and cook for a couple of minutes until it starts to turn golden.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and add the diced tomatoes.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  7. If using, add the frozen peas during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  8. Fluff with a fork before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 4gFat: 7g

Notes

Customize with black beans, corn, or bell peppers for added flavor. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, reheating with a splash of broth.

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