Boxed Spanish Rice Made Better

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 5

Better Version of Boxed Spanish Rice Recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 box Spanish rice mix
	1/4 cup diced green bell pepper
	1 can diced green chilies
	1/4 teaspoon cumin

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

175

Sugar

Fat

Boxed Spanish rice is a popular pantry staple that is quick and easy to make. However, most boxed flavors tend to include high levels of sodium and are often lacking in fresh ingredients. In this recipe, we'll show you how you can use a boxed Spanish rice mix to create a tastier alternative by adding fresh ingredients. The combination of green chili and bell pepper in this dish give the rice a pleasant crunch and fresh flavor. Cumin adds depth of flavor and complexity to the rice dish. The dish is perfect to serve along with any main course meal.

Instructions

1.	Add rice mix to a large bowl and rinse thoroughly with water.
2.	In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
3.	Add rice mix into the saucepan of boiling water, stir well, cover with a tight-fitting lid and lower the heat to low.
4.	Simmer for 20 minutes, then remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes.
5.	In a frying pan, sauté diced bell pepper and green chilies for 2-3 minutes on medium heat.
6.	Stir in the cooked rice, add cumin, and mix well.
7.	Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

Quick and easy homemade version of boxed Spanish rice.

Better in taste and contains more fresh vegetables than the boxed version.

CONS

Not suitable for those who like dry and plain rice as it contains diced vegetables.

May not be as flavorful as an authentic Spanish rice.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish contains fiber-filled vegetables that aid digestion and help you feel satiated.
Cumin in the recipe can also help digestion and boost the immune system.