Best 7 Authentic Spanish Rice Recipes

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Authentic Spanish rice is a flavorful and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. It is made with a variety of ingredients, including rice, vegetables, and meat or seafood. The rice is typically cooked in a flavorful broth, and the vegetables and meat are added towards the end of the cooking process. Authentic Spanish rice is often served with a side of beans or salad. This article will provide you with a step-by-step guide to making authentic Spanish rice, including a list of ingredients and instructions on how to prepare the dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

AUTHENTIC SPANISH RICE



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Make and share this Authentic Spanish Rice recipe from Food.com.

Provided by catalinacrawler

Categories     Spanish

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups long grain white rice
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup onion, finely diced
4 ounces el pato salsa fresca (or tomato sauce if you cant find el pato sauce)
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon cumin
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
pepper

Steps:

  • in a bowl combine broth, cumin, chili powder, salt & half a can of el pato sauce (if you can't find el pato use regular tomato sauce).
  • brown rice, in hot oil, in a large skillet for approximately 5 minutes flipping occasionally.
  • add diced onion, minced garlic, sauté for 1 minute.
  • add seasoned broth, bring to a boil.
  • reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes. do not check on the rice before the 15 minutes is up, this will allow steam to escape and may make your rice turn out undercooked.
  • most of the water will absorb before the 15 minute time limit but keep covered and continue to steam for the entire 15 minutes. this will make for perfect rice that isnt crunchy.
  • after 15 minutes turn heat off, uncover & flip rice over. recover & let sit until everything else is ready. you can let the rice sit covered for up to 25 minutes which will cook out most of the moisture & leave perfect fluffy rice.

EASY AUTHENTIC SPANISH RICE



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My family loves a variety of ethnic foods, but this is one of their favorites. My niece, who is of Spanish descent, lives with us and has tweaked my old Spanish rice recipe to make it just like her grandma's. My mother-in-law has also added this recipe to her school meals menu (minus the jalapeno), and it is a hit with the students and faculty.

Provided by Megan

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes     Spanish Rice Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 tablespoons butter
2 onions, chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, chopped
2 (14.5 ounce) cans Mexican-style diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup uncooked white rice
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ cup sour cream, or as desired
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese, or as desired

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir onions and jalapeno peppers in the butter until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir Mexican-style tomatoes into onion mixture; add rice, salt, and black pepper. Bring rice mixture to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer until rice is cooked, 40 to 45 minutes. Garnish with sour cream and Cheddar cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 calories, Carbohydrate 26.7 g, Cholesterol 36.6 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 521.7 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

THE BEST AUTHENTIC SPANISH RICE



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If you like the kind of spanish rice served in Mexican restaurants, you will LOVE this recipe. Browning the rice gives it that fluffy and nutty taste that makes it so good. The flavor is not meant to be overpowering, so it goes very good with spicy entrees. This recipe was given to me by a friend who makes the best authentic Mexican dishes ever. Enjoy!

Provided by top gun

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups long-grain white rice (Riceland)
1 -2 medium green pepper, sliced
1 medium onion, sliced
1 medium tomatoes, sliced
2 tablespoons tomato & chicken bouillon (Knorr brand, "Caldo de Tomato con Sabor de Pollo", in Mexican food aisle)
1/8 teaspoon garlic salt (to taste)
4 cups water
vegetable oil (no olive oil)

Steps:

  • Pour rice into a deep pot and stir in enough oil so that every grain is coated.
  • Cook rice on medium and constantly stir, using a spatula, until it becomes a light toasted color (20-25 min), be careful not to burn.
  • Add onion and green pepper, cook until they become soft, add more oil if needed.
  • Stir in tomato, cook for 2-3 minute.
  • Tilt pot, remove any excess oil w/ spoon.
  • Sprinkle bouillon and garlic salt over rice (DO NOT STIR).
  • Pour water over rice (DO NOT STIR), then cover.
  • Bring to a boil, then lower heat and cook for 25-30 min, or until most liquid evaporated (DO NOT LIFT LID DURING THIS TIME).
  • Pick out large pieces of veggies w/ a fork and discard, (this step may be omitted if you chopped your veggies, I have picky eaters).
  • *This rice actually tastes better when cooled, and then heated in the microwave, as any remaining liquid is evaporated.

AUTHENTIC SPANISH RICE



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For a great side for any main dish, try this great authentic spanish rice. The bacon drippings add another layer of flavor and make the rice delectable.-Maria Goclan, Katy, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon bacon drippings
3/4 cup long-grain white rice
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
3 small canned tomatoes, diced
2 tablespoons tomato juice
2 cups hot water
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a skillet, heat bacon drippings on medium-high. Add rice; cook and stir until rice is golden brown. Add onion and garlic; stir and cook 3 additional minutes. Add all remaining ingredients. Cook, uncovered, on medium heat for 20 minutes, stirring only once after 10 minutes. Check rice for doneness by tasting a few top grains. If rice is firm, add a little water; cover and cook 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 219mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

AUTHENTIC SPANISH RICE



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It's difficult to find really good Spanish rice. Most restaurants totally miss the mark on this Mexican staple. This is just like my Mother-in-law used to make.

Provided by Kathy T

Categories     Rice Sides

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 long grain rice*
1/4 c vegetable oil
14 1/2 oz can of chicken broth
enough water to make 4 cups liquid
8 oz canned diced tomatoes
1/4 c diced bell pepper
1/4 c chopped celery
1/4 c chopped onion
1 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp ground pepper
frozen peas and carrots

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oil in a large dutch oven over medium heat and brown rice once oil is heated.Fry until the rice is golden.
  • 2. Add fresh vegetables and tomato (along with a little of the liquid). Stir and sauté for a bit to soften the onion. The frozen carrots and peas (mixed together in a bag found in the freezer section at the grocery store) is as desired but if I had to measure it out it's probably about ¾ cup.
  • 3. Add broth, water and seasonings. Mix well; Bring to a boil; reduce heat to simmer and continue cooking for 20-25 minutes. Rice is ready when the liquid is absorbed and the rice is fluffy.
  • 4. *NOTE Do Not use Uncle Ben's rice as it is "Converted" and will not puff up when fried. It will not be light when the cooking process is finished. I usually use an inexpensive store brand because it's what works best.

EASY AUTHENTIC SPANISH RICE



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Tonight was our Spanish or Mexican food night. My niece, who is part Spanish & Mexican, has lived with us for about 4 years now. She is from Texas, & her Pita is Spanish. Dominique misses her Pita's cooking. So we have adapted at least a night a week that we prepare food from her nationality. It is a learning process for me, as...

Provided by Megan Todd

Categories     Rice Sides

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 Tbsp butter
2 large spanish onions
1 large yellow bell pepper
2 jalapeno peppers (optional)
2 clove garlic, minced
2- 10 oz cans petite mexican spanish style diced tomatoes, undrained (if you want spicy) or
2- 14.5 oz diced tomatoes basil, oregano flavored for less spicy dish (do not use if using spanish style tomatoes)
1/2 Tbsp oregano, dried
1/2 Tbsp parsley flakes
1 c water, warm
1 c white rice, (can use brown rice if you chose)
salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
sour cream, for topping (optional)
shredded cheese, for topping (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. In a large, deep skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onions, jalapenos, yellow peppers, & minced garlic, cook until onions are tender-crisp, about 3-5 minutes.
  • 2. Add 2 cans of tomatoes, either Petite Mexican Style (if you want heat, spicy), or 2 cans of Diced oregano, basil tomatoes (if you want less heat & more sweet). Stir into onion mixture.
  • 3. Add rice, salt & Pepper, oregano, parsley, and water. mix into tomato mixture. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer for 45 minutes.
  • 4. Serve with sour cream and shredded cheese with your favorite Mexican or Spanish dish!

AUTHENTIC SPANISH RICE



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My friend Alice is Mexican and of course makes spanish rice, lol. She gave me her recipe, which is basically by eyeball. I know it by heart and it is the best spanish rice! For a quick change, I sometimes use curry instead of cumin..great taste! You can also add some frozen carrots and peas..

Provided by laurala78

Categories     White Rice

Time 35m

Yield 1/2 cup, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup long grain white rice
2 1/2 cups water (chicken broth or bouillon gives great flavor)
3 ounces tomato juice
1/2 cup diced onion
2 garlic cloves (finely chopped)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in large sautee pan.
  • Add onion, garlic, and rice to hot oil.
  • Slightly cook rice mixture on low heat for 1-2 minutes, keep rice moving or it will burn.
  • Add water and tomato sauce.
  • Bring to roiling boil.
  • Add all spices and seasonings.
  • Slightly stir, reduce flame to simmer, and cover.
  • Simmer for 15-20 minute or until majority of liquid is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.8, Fat 3.8, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 138, Carbohydrate 40.8, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.8, Protein 3.8

Tips:

  • Always rinse your rice before cooking. This will remove any excess starch and help the rice cook evenly.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to cook your rice. This will help to distribute the heat evenly and prevent the rice from sticking.
  • Bring the rice and water to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and all of the liquid has been absorbed.
  • Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and serve immediately.
  • Spanish rice can be served as a side dish or as a main course. It can be topped with a variety of ingredients, such as grilled chicken, shrimp, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Spanish rice is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste. Whether you are looking for a simple side dish or a hearty main course, Spanish rice is a great option. So next time you are in the mood for something flavorful and satisfying, give Spanish rice a try.

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