My Restaurant-Style Spanish Rice

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 15
Restaurant-style Spanish Rice with fresh vegetables and bold spices
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups long-grain white rice
1 -2 medium green pepper , diced
1 medium onion , diced
1 canned tomato sauce ( or homemade )
2 2 tablespoons vegetable bouillon or 2 tablespoons beef bouillon
1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic ( to taste )
1 teaspoon red chili powder ( to taste )
1 teaspoon ground cumin ( to taste )
4 cups water ( approximate )
vegetable oil ( do not use olive )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
270
Sugar
3g
Fat
3g
Spanish Rice is a popular dish that originated in Mexico, but has been adapted by many cuisines around the world. This particular recipe has a restaurant-style taste, with bold flavors and fresh vegetables. While traditional Spanish rice recipes use white rice, this recipe has been fortified with fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices to boost its nutrition profile. This rice dish can be served as a main course with some grilled chicken or roasted vegetables on the side.

Instructions

1.Rinse rice with cold water and drain.
2.Heat vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
3.Add chopped onions and green peppers; cook until onions are translucent, around 5 minutes.
4.Add rice to the pan and stir to coat with oil until slightly browned.
5.Add canned tomato sauce, beef bouillon, granulated garlic, red chili powder, ground cumin, and water; stir well to combine.
6.Increase heat to high and bring the rice mixture to a boil.
7.Lower the heat to low, cover the pan, and simmer for approximately 20-25 minutes.
8.Remove from heat and let it sit with the lid on for another 5-10 minutes before serving.

PROS

This Spanish rice is a one-pot dish that is easy and convenient to make for a quick weeknight dinner.

The rice is flavored with bold spices and fresh vegetables, making it a nutritious and flavorful meal.

CONS

This rice recipe has a moderate level of sodium, so it may not be suitable for individuals with high blood pressure or those on a low-sodium diet.

This recipe contains white rice, which may not be as nutrient-dense as brown rice.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Spanish Rice is a source of complex carbohydrates, which provide energy to the body.
The rice in this recipe is mixed with fresh vegetables like onions and green peppers, which are rich in vitamins and minerals.
Additionally, the spices in this recipe like chili powder and cumin, have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties which can help fight off diseases.

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