Sausage Spanish Rice With Bacon

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 4
Sausage Spanish Rice With Bacon recipe for a hearty meal
in Rice

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars
Loading...

Ingredients

1/2 lb of mild breakfast sausage ( or spicier if you wish more bite )
1/2 lb bacon
1 medium onion
2 teaspoons fresh crushed garlic
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3 ounces tomato paste
3 cups water
1 1/2 cups uncooked rice

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
482
Sugar
4g
Fat
27g
Spanish Rice is a popular and flavorful rice dish, typically made with tomatoes, spices, and various meats. For this recipe, we have used sausage and bacon, but feel free to use chicken, beef or shrimp. The recipe is easy to customize, and it can be a perfect way to use up leftovers. This heartwarming sausage Spanish rice with bacon recipe is perfect for sharing with friends and family for a satisfying and filling meal. It can be served as a main meal or as a side dish to chicken or steak.

Instructions

1.In a large skillet, cook the sausage and bacon over medium heat until browned, then transfer to a plate.
2.In the same skillet, cook the onion and garlic until softened, then stir in the cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
3.Add in the tomato paste and water, stirring until combined.
4.Stir in the uncooked rice, sausage and bacon, then bring the mixture to a boil.
5.Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for 20-25 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

PROS

This hearty dish is packed with protein and is perfect for a satisfying meal.
The mix of sausage and bacon adds a layer of flavor to the dish, and the spices create an extra layer of taste.

CONS

This dish is high in sodium, especially with the added tomato paste and seasonings.
It may not be suitable for those on a low sodium, low fat, or low calorie diet.
It also requires some prepping and cooking time.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its high sodium content, this dish is a good source of protein and carbohydrates for energy. The rice provides fiber, and the tomatoes in the paste offer vitamin C.

Print

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.