Spanish Rice Recipe
This flavorful Spanish Rice is a vibrant and versatile side dish that pairs beautifully with countless meals, from tacos to grilled chicken. Its bold spices and tender grains make it a delicious addition to your table.
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Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 cup basmati rice rinsed
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ white onion diced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- ½ cup diced fresh tomatoes or canned tomato sauce
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 jalapeño pepper stemmed, seeded, and chopped
- 1½ cups vegetable broth
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Warm the olive oil in a medium-sized Dutch oven or pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 to 8 minutes until it becomes soft and translucent. Incorporate the rinsed rice and toast it for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until it releases a nutty aroma.
- Mix in the tomato paste and minced garlic, ensuring they are evenly distributed. Next, add the diced fresh tomatoes or tomato sauce, chopped jalapeño, sea salt, oregano, and vegetable broth. Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and let it simmer gently for 15 minutes, or until the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender.
- Remove the pot from the heat but keep it covered. Allow the rice to rest for an additional 10 minutes to finish steaming. Before serving, fluff the rice with a fork to separate the grains and enjoy this flavorful, aromatic Spanish rice.
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