Flavorful Spanish Rice: Your Ultimate Comfort Side Dish

This flavorful Spanish rice recipe is the perfect side dish for any meal, combining rich ingredients for a comforting experience.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Spanish

Calories: 210

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

2 cups White Rice Long-grain ensures fluffy results.
4 cups Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for vegetarian version.

For Cooking

2 tablespoons Butter Use olive oil for dairy-free.
1 small Yellow Onion Can substitute with shallots.
2 cloves Garlic Minced.

For Flavor

14.5 ounces Petite Diced Tomatoes Do not drain.
1 teaspoon Chile Powder Adjust for heat preference.
1 teaspoon Cumin
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Optional.
1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste.

For Garnish

1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Optional.

Equipment

Skillet

Method

Cooking Steps

In a large skillet, combine long-grain white rice and chicken broth over high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18–20 minutes until tender.
Melt butter in the same skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and sauté for about 2 minutes until soft.
Incorporate minced garlic, cooking for 30 seconds. Add petite diced tomatoes, chile powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and kosher salt. Simmer for 10 minutes.
Carefully mix in the cooked rice, stirring gently until evenly combined.
Sprinkle fresh cilantro before serving for added flavor and appeal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 4gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freezes well for up to 3 months.

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