spanish rice

(1 RATING)
60 Pinches
Orlando, FL
Updated on Sep 15, 2012

I can't take the credit for this recipe. This was given to me by a good friend who was kind enough to share! By far the best Spanish/Mexican rice I have eaten! Goes well with any chicken dish or Mexican meal! I like mine more "tomatoey" so I add more tomato paste and tomatoes.

prep time 5 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top
yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup long grain rice, uncooked
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1/4 cup diced tomatoes (canned)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

How To Make spanish rice

  • Step 1
    Add olive oil to a deep skillet over medium/med-high heat. Add the rice and "brown" for 2-3 minutes stirring frequently. Reduce heat and add the garlic and onion. Saute for 10 minutes.
  • Step 2
    Meanwhile, in a small pot heat to a boil the chicken stock, tomato paste, oregano and tomatoes.
  • Step 3
    Add stock mixture to the rice and mix well. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 20 minutes, until the rice is cooked through, stirring occasionally.

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Category: Rice Sides
Ingredient: Rice/Grains
Culture: Spanish
Method: Stove Top

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