Do you need a quick and flavorful side dish to accompany your favorite Mexican or Spanish entrée? Look no further than this easy recipe for Spanish rice with corn! Using simple ingredients like white rice, corn, and a handful of spices, you can have this delicious dish ready in just 20 minutes. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe is perfect for you. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this vibrant and flavorful Spanish rice with corn!
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QUICK SPANISH RICE
We were always glad to see a big bowl of this festive rice on the table. The carrots, peas and tomatoes make it so pretty. This versatile side dish goes great with any meat or Mexican meal. - Jerri Moror, Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, saute rice in oil until lightly browned. Add the onion, garlic and salt if desired; cook over low heat until onion is tender. , Add water and broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until water is almost absorbed. Stir in the tomatoes, peas and carrots; cover and cook until liquid is absorbed and vegetables are heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 40mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
QUICK SPANISH RICE
This is awesome as a side dish with enchiladas, tortillas, or any other Mexican dish.
Provided by Cathy C
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes Spanish Rice Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat butter in a frying pan over medium heat; cook and stir onion, green bell pepper, celery, and garlic until slightly tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir tomatoes with juice, chili powder, beef bouillon granules, and salt into onion mixture; add rice. Simmer rice mixture, stirring occasionally, until heated through and flavors are blended, 15 to 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.4 calories, Carbohydrate 31.4 g, Cholesterol 15.4 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 606.6 mg, Sugar 5.4 g
QUICK AND EASY SPANISH RICE
This recipe is a simple Spanish rice that is quick and easy and tastes delicious. The vegetable juice and the taco seasoning add more flavor to this dish.
Provided by Ruth Schwab
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes Spanish Rice Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook and stir onion, garlic, and vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until onions are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir rice into onion mixture and cook, stirring often, until rice becomes slightly opaque, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Stir chicken broth, vegetable juice, and taco seasoning into rice mixture and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer over low heat until rice has absorbed most of the liquid, about 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.4 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 168.8 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
QUICK SPANISH RICE
Great side dish for your Mexican fiesta. Try with Recipe #17130! It is as good as you'll find in any Mexican restaurant. Update: 1 teaspoon cumin was added to original recipe. I took some of my reviewers suggestion and added 1 teaspoon of cumin to the recipe. They were right. Cumin definitely adds to the taste.
Provided by SharleneW
Categories Grains
Time 30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In medium saucepan, combine all ingredients (I usually mash tomatoes with potato masher or give them a quick spin in food processor).
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low.
- Cover and simmer 25 minutes or until rice is done. (Unless you like sticky, gooey rice, don't take off the lid and stir at all until it is done).
- Garnish with green onions and/or cheddar cheese.
CHEESY SPANISH RICE
This hearty rice can accompany chicken or beef-or stand alone as a tasty meatless entree. "It's quick, easy and delicious," notes Ann Wagenecht of Prophetstown, Illinois.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 50m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a skillet, cook the beef, green pepper, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the rice, soup, cheese, chili powder, salt and pepper. Cook until cheese is melted. Transfer to a 3-cup baking dish. cover and bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes.
Nutrition Facts :
QUICK MEXICAN CORN RISOTTO
Categories Cheese Rice Vegetable Side Corn Bon Appétit Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Serves 4 to 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Melt butter in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and cumin; sauté 1 minute. Mix in rice. Add broth and frozen corn and bring to boil, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook until rice is tender and mixture is slightly thick and creamy, stirring frequently, about 20 minutes. Add cream and cheese and stir until mixture is heated through. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
Tips:
- Use day-old rice for the best texture.
- Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking to remove the starch.
- Use a large skillet or pot to cook the rice so that it has plenty of room to spread out.
- Cook the rice over medium heat so that it doesn't burn.
- Stir the rice frequently to prevent it from sticking to the pot.
- Add the corn, tomatoes, and green onions towards the end of the cooking time so that they don't overcook.
- Season the rice to taste with salt, pepper, and cumin.
- Serve the rice hot with your favorite Mexican dishes.
Conclusion:
Spanish rice with corn is a quick and easy side dish that is perfect for any Mexican meal. It is made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and it can be on the table in less than 30 minutes. This recipe is also a great way to use up leftover rice. So next time you have some leftover rice, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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