spanish rice
Spanish Rice is a combination of onions, peppers, garlic, rice and salsa. This easy dependable recipe is made in one skillet and comes together quickly. It is the perfect side for tacos, enchiladas, and burritos.
prep time
10 Min
cook time
20 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
6 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 - red pepper small dice
- 1/2 - green pepper small dice
- 1 - small sweet onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 cups uncooked long grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 - (14.5) ounce can salsa style tomatoes (see notes)
How To Make spanish rice
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Step 1Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat. Add peppers and onions and cook until slightly soft; about 4-5 minutes stirring several times. Turn heat to medium low and add garlic and cook for about one minute; stirring constantly so the garlic does not burn. Remove vegetables to plate.
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Step 2n same skillet heat oil over medium heat. Add rice and cook just until it begins to brown. Stir in chicken broth and salsa style tomatoes.Return pepper and onion mixture to skillet. Bring the mixture to a full boil. Cover with a tight fitting lid and turn to simmer. Do not peek . Cook for 20 minutes or until all the liquid has been absorbed. Remove from heat and let set for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
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Step 3You can sub 1 1/2 cups of salsa for salsa style tomatoes.
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Category:
Rice Sides
Tag:
#Quick & Easy
Tag:
#For Kids
Keyword:
#rice
Keyword:
#side dish
Keyword:
#side
Keyword:
#Spanish Rice
Ingredient:
Rice/Grains
Culture:
Spanish
Method:
Stove Top
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