Super Easy Mexican Rice (Spanish Rice)
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Super Easy Mexican Rice (Spanish Rice)
Description
The recipe begins by toasting the rice with spices and butter to coat the grains and develop a mild toasted aroma. Tomato sauce and chicken broth are then added, creating a flavorful cooking liquid that infuses the rice as it simmers. Covered and cooked for about 25 minutes, the rice softens completely while retaining individual grain texture.
The seasonings—cumin, chili powder, salt, and onion powder—add an earthy warmth without overwhelming heat, complementing the tomato's acidity. This rice pairs well with beans, grilled meats, or as part of burritos and tacos.
Vegetarian adjustments include substituting vegetable broth for chicken broth. To prevent sticking, especially when using less nonstick cookware, stirring occasionally during simmering is advised. Fluffing with a fork before serving lifts the grains for an even texture.
Ingredients
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon cumin ground
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 2 cups chicken broth
Instructions
- In a large skillet (one that has a lid) over medium heat, melt butter.
- Stir in cumin, chili powder, salt, onion powder and rice for 1-2 minutes.
- Whisk in tomato sauce and chicken broth.
- Bring a boil, then reduce to a high simmer.
- Cover and cook for 25 minutes (see note).
- Uncover, fluff with a fork, and serve.
Notes
- Substitute vegetable broth to make this dish vegetarian-friendly.
- If your skillet is not nonstick, stir the rice every 5-10 minutes during simmering to avoid sticking.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 131 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 131kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 689mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 241mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 227IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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