Best 5 Barbecue Style Spanish Rice Recipes

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Get ready to embark on a culinary journey to create a flavorful barbecue style Spanish rice dish that will tantalize your taste buds and make you the envy of any backyard barbecue party. This delectable dish combines the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean and the smoky goodness of the grill to create a side dish that perfectly complements any grilled meats, vegetables, or seafood. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you'll be able to whip up this mouthwatering dish in no time. So fire up your grill and let's get started on this flavorful barbecue style Spanish rice adventure!

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SPANISH RICE



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A Spanish rice recipe starts with instant rice, tomatoes and onions combined with chili powder and cumin for an easy side dish

Provided by Food Network

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings (1/2 cup each)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons Pure Wesson® Canola Oil
1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
1-1/4 cups instant white rice, uncooked
1 can (14 oz each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (10 oz each) Ro*Tel® Mild Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, drained
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oil in medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook 2 to 3 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Add rice; cook 1 to 2 minutes more or until rice is browned lightly, stirring frequently.
  • 2. Add broth, drained tomatoes, chili powder and cumin to saucepan; stir to combine. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.

SMOKY SPANISH RICE



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     side-dish

Time 26m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 cups converted long-grain rice (recommended: Uncle Ben's)
1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes (recommended: Hunt's)
1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles (recommended: Ortega)
2 tablespoons chipotle taco seasoning (recommended: Ortega)
3 1/3 cups water

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a saucepan and bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes. Remove from heat. Let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve.

BARBECUE STYLE SPANISH RICE



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Simple good side dish. This is from BH&G all time favorite Barbecue recipes cookbook. Posted as public to www.recipezarr.com on May 4 2009.

Provided by Papa D 1946-2012

Categories     Rice

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 cup quick-cooking rice
1/2 cup finely chopped green pepper
1/4 cup minced onion
1/4 cup water
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon oregano, crushed
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • In a heavy 8 inch skillet combine all ingredients, stir to combine and dot mixture with butter.
  • Bring to a boil, cover and reduce heat to simmer.
  • After 20 - 25 minutes fluff rice with a fork and serve.

BEEF SPANISH RICE



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

Provided by Amber Matlock

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb ground beef
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 cup rice
1 cup beef broth
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
3 ounces tomato paste
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
2 ounces diced green chilies, undrained
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
1 dash pepper
1 dash red pepper flakes
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)

Steps:

  • 1. Brown the ground beef with the bell pepper and onion until the beef is no longer pink and the onions are translucent.
  • 2. Drain ground beef and return to pan.
  • 3. Add remaining ingredients (except for cilantro). Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until rice is done.
  • 4. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402.5, Fat 14.9, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 51.5, Sodium 905.2, Carbohydrate 51.1, Fiber 8.5, Sugar 10.7, Protein 21.1

PORK SPANISH RICE



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My family wasn't fond of pork roast until I used it in this yummy casserole.-Betty Unrau, MacGregor, Manitoba

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-3/4 cups cubed cooked pork
1 cup uncooked instant rice
Optional: Lime wedges and minced cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute green pepper and onion in butter until tender. Stir in the tomatoes, broth, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; stir in pork and rice. , Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, 20-25 minutes. Stir before serving. If desired, serve with lime wedges and top with minced cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 756mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the rice will taste. Choose Spanish rice that is fresh and flavorful, and use a good quality chicken broth or stock.
  • Cook the rice in a hot pan: This will help to create a crispy bottom layer of rice, which is a signature of Spanish rice.
  • Add the sofrito early on: The sofrito is a mixture of vegetables and herbs that adds a lot of flavor to the rice. Adding it early on will allow the flavors to develop and meld together.
  • Use a variety of spices: Spanish rice is typically seasoned with a variety of spices, such as cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and chili powder. Feel free to adjust the spices to your liking.
  • Cook the rice until it is tender but still has a slight bite: You don't want the rice to be mushy, so cook it until it is just tender.
  • Serve immediately: Spanish rice is best served immediately after it is cooked. It can be served as a side dish or as a main course.

Conclusion:

Spanish rice is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your liking. With its colorful ingredients and bold flavors, Spanish rice is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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