Best 11 Spanish Rice Original Recipes

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Welcome to the world of Spanish rice, a delectable dish that combines the vibrant flavors of Spanish cuisine with the versatility of a beloved grain. This culinary creation boasts a rich history, dating back to the days of the conquistadors, and has since become a staple in kitchens across the globe. With its vibrant colors, enticing aromas, and irresistible taste, Spanish rice is an experience that tantalizes the senses and leaves you craving more. In this article, we embark on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe that captures the essence of this beloved dish. We'll explore the key ingredients, cooking techniques, and secrets that make Spanish rice truly exceptional. So, prepare your taste buds for an adventure as we unveil the ultimate recipe for Spanish rice, an exquisite dish that will transport you to the heart of Spain.

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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.

AUTHENTIC SPANISH RICE RECIPE



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This authentic Spanish rice recipe (Mexican rice recipe) is moist and full of texture with freshly chopped tomato, onions, garlic, and bell pepper.It's a traditional recipe that's easy to prepare and has been passed down through generations of Mexican-Americans.

Provided by firstdayofhome.com

Categories     Side Dish

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup white rice
3 tbsp vegetable oil
1 medium tomato (chopped fine)
1 clove garlic (minced)
1/2 white onion (quartered or diced)
2-3 strips bell pepper
1 tbsp granulated chicken bouillon
1 3/4 hot water

Steps:

  • Saute rice in 3 tablespoons of oil on medium heat until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes). Stir constantly to brown the rice evenly.
  • Add the onion,garlic, and bell pepper and saute 1 minute.
  • Add the diced tomato and cook slightly.
  • Add the chicken bouillon and stir just to coat the rice.
  • Immediately add about 1 1/4 cups of the hot water, reserving some liquid to add back later as needed. Stir the rice and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes until tender. Check the rice at 15 minutes to add more water and/or adjust the temperature as needed.
  • Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 122 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 5 g, Sodium 152 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, UnsaturatedFat 4 g

SPANISH RICE



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Learn how to make Authentic Spanish Rice aka Mexican Rice at home! Ready in less than 35 minutes. The perfect side dish to go alongside beef, chicken or fish!

Provided by Kelley Simmons

Categories     Side Dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tbsp unsalted butter
2 cups uncooked long grain white rice
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp dried oregano
4 cups chicken stock
15.5 ounce can fire roasted diced tomatoes, with juices
1 bay leaf
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium high heat and melt butter.
  • Add in rice and cook until lightly browned, stirring frequently, 2-3 minutes. Add in onion and saute for 2-3 more minutes, stirring frequently or until slightly golden brown.
  • Add in garlic, cumin, chili powder and oregano. Saute for one minute. Pour in the chicken stock, fire roasted tomatoes and bay leaf.
  • Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is tender. (Refer to the back of your rice, some cook times are shorter or longer depending on what rice you choose)
  • When the rice is done fluff with a fork and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 kcal, Carbohydrate 46 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 264 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SPANISH RICE ORIGINAL



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A great recipe that is similar to the recipe from the homeland! Can be made as a main dish as well.

Provided by DEED330

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes     Spanish Rice Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup chicken broth
1 cup tomato sauce
6 slices bacon
2 onions, diced
1 cup uncooked white rice
2 tomatoes, diced
2 green bell peppers, diced
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon salt and ground black pepper
1 (10 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
1 (10 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained

Steps:

  • Bring chicken broth and tomato sauce to a boil in a small saucepan, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium and maintain a simmer while preparing the remaining ingredients.
  • Meanwhile, place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Transfer bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, reserving bacon grease in the skillet. Chop bacon.
  • Cook and stir onion in reserved bacon grease over medium heat until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in rice; cook and stir until lightly browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Pour boiling chicken broth and tomato sauce into rice mixture; add diced tomatoes, green peppers, and chopped bacon. Season with chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cover and simmer until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, 30 to 40 minutes. Stir black olives and corn into rice mixture before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.7 calories, Carbohydrate 45.7 g, Cholesterol 19 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 1195.5 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

MOM'S SPANISH RICE



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My mom is famous for her Spanish rice recipe, the ultimate comfort food. When I want a taste of home, I whip up this dish. Punch up the flavor with a little lime and extra chili powder. -Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 large onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, drained
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2-2/3 cups cooked brown rice
Chopped green onions, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef, onion and pepper over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until beef is no longer pink and onion is tender, breaking up beef into crumbles; drain., Stir in tomato sauce, tomatoes and seasonings; bring to a boil. Add rice; heat through, stirring occasionally. Garnish with green onions, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 727mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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.

SPANISH RICE



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You'll find my easy Spanish rice is better than any boxed mix in grocery stores. Best of all, it can be prepared in the same amount of time as those so-called "quick and easy" boxes. -Anne Yaeger, Washington, DC

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 cups uncooked instant rice
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup boiling water
2 beef bouillon cubes
1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add rice; cook and stir until lightly browned. Add remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until the liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, 10-15 minutes. Remove bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 886mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

BEST SPANISH RICE



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The combination of picante sauce and chicken broth makes this easy recipe very tasty!

Provided by Angela Sims

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes     Spanish Rice Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons oil
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1 ½ cups uncooked white rice
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup chunky salsa

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion, and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Mix rice into skillet, stirring often. When rice begins to brown, stir in chicken broth and salsa. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 20 minutes, until liquid has been absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Carbohydrate 50.9 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 696.6 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

BASIC SPANISH RICE



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Add something tasty to your family's Spanish dinner! Enjoy this spicy rice that's stir in tomato sauce - a wonderful meal.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 small green bell pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup uncooked regular long-grain white rice
2 1/2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce

Steps:

  • In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat 1 to 2 minutes. Cook onion and uncooked rice in the oil about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until rice is golden brown.
  • Remove skillet from heat. Stir in bell pepper, water, salt, chili powder, garlic powder and tomato sauce. Heat to boiling over high heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender and tomato sauce is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 930 mg

SPANISH RICE



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One cook's "Spanish" rice is another's "Mexican." Whatever the name, the result is more or less the same: an orange pilaf-style rice flavored with onion and garlic and flecked with carrot. Tomato paste further tints this colorful companion to all things Tex-Mex.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains     Rice Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 medium white onion, chopped (1 cup)
1 garlic clove, minced
1 medium carrot, diced (1/4 cup)
1 cup long-grain rice
1 3/4 cups homemade or store-bought low-sodium chicken stock or water
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a heavy 4-quart pot over medium-high heat. Add onion, and cook until just starting to turn translucent, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and carrot, and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir in rice to coat. Add chicken stock or water, tomato paste, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, stir once, and reduce heat to medium-low. Cover, and let simmer until water is absorbed, about 17 minutes. Remove from heat, and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork, and serve warm.

AUTHENTIC SPANISH RICE RECIPE



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Taste the toasted saffron, garlic and more in our delicious Authentic Spanish Rice Recipe. A delightful combination of rice, tomatoes, onions, spices and more, serve up this authentic Spanish rice recipe tonight for a dish the whole family is sure to love!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 qt. (6 cups) water, divided
pinch of saffron threads, toasted
1/4 cup KRAFT Italian Vinaigrette Dressing made with Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup chopped onions
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups long-grain white rice, uncooked
2 tomatoes, chopped
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring 1/4 cup water just to simmer in small saucepan. Remove from heat. Add saffron; stir. Let stand until ready to use.
  • Heat dressing in large saucepan on medium heat. Add green peppers, onions and garlic; cook 3 min. or until crisp-tender, stirring frequently. Add rice; cook and stir 1 min.
  • Add tomatoes, black pepper, saffron and remaining water; stir. Bring to boil; cover. Simmer on medium-low heat 20 to 25 min. or until rice is tender and all the water is absorbed. Fluff with fork before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 55 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use high-quality, long-grain rice.
  • Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking to remove the starch and prevent it from becoming sticky.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot or pan to cook the rice evenly.
  • Bring the water or broth to a boil before adding the rice.
  • Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer the rice until it is tender and all of the liquid has been absorbed.
  • Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.
  • For added flavor, add vegetables, beans, or meat to the rice.

Conclusion:

Spanish rice is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a side dish or a main course. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect Spanish rice every time.

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