* Real* Spanish Rice

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
Mouth-watering Real Spanish Rice made with juicy tomatoes, aromatic garlic and bell peppers
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Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups rice
3 cups water
1 teaspoon beef bouillon
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 chopped green bell pepper
1/2 chopped onion
2 chopped garlic cloves
1 chopped tomato
olive oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
220
Sugar
2g
Fat
2g
Spanish Rice is a classic American dish that originated in Mexico and refers to a flavorful side dish made with rice and spices. This recipe is known as *Real* Spanish Rice as it is an authentic and easy-to-make recipe with simple ingredients that are readily available in any grocery store. Traditional Spanish Rice is a versatile dish that can be served as a side to grilled chicken, steak, or any meat entree. With juicy tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and bell peppers, it is a dish that is packed with flavor and is sure to make your taste buds dance.

Instructions

1.Rinse rice in cold water and drain the water.
2.Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and green pepper, sauté until they soften.
3.Add garlic and tomato, cook until tomato releases its juices.
4.Stir in rice, chili powder, beef bouillon, salt, and water. Bring to a boil.
5.Reduce heat to low and cover the pot with a lid. Cook for 15-18 minutes or until the rice is tender.
6.Remove from heat and allow it to stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve.

PROS

Real Spanish Rice is a crowd-pleaser and goes well with almost any entree.
It’s an easy recipe with simple ingredients.

The aromatic blend of spices and garlic creates a heavenly aroma in your kitchen while making it.

It can be easily customized to your liking by adding meat or vegetables.

CONS

This recipe calls for plain white rice, which is a refined grain with lower nutritional value compared to brown rice.

It can be high in sodium, so you can adjust it according to your dietary needs.

It requires a bit of extra effort to chop the veggies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe uses fresh ingredients like garlic, bell pepper, and tomatoes which are rich in vitamins and antioxidants.
The chili powder used in the recipe contains capsaicin, which has been known to reduce inflammation and aid in digestion.
It’s a good source of carbohydrates, providing energy to the body.

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