Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of homemade Spanish rice—a perfect blend of aromatic spices, fluffy long-grain rice, and hearty tomato sauce. This vibrant dish not only elevates your meals but also creates a warm atmosphere at gatherings. Easy to prepare, this versatile side can complement any protein or stand alone as a delightful vegetarian option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onions for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
- Add minced garlic, cumin, and smoked paprika; cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in the long-grain rice, toasting it for 2-3 minutes until glossy.
- Pour in the tomato sauce and chicken broth. Mix well and bring to a simmer; cover and cook on low heat for about 20 minutes.
- After cooking, let it rest covered for an additional 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg