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!

RK 900
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Kylie Lynch
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This rice is so delicious and versatile. I've served it with chicken, fish, and even eggs.


Bandile Gcabashe
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I always have on hand.


Mahdi Jokhio
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This is the best Spanish rice recipe I've ever tried. It's easy to make and always turns out perfect.


Ngaya Peter
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I'm not a huge fan of Spanish rice, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so good!


Ali Alì
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This rice is so flavorful and delicious. I love the smoky paprika flavor.


Nyakoojo Waldo
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I've never made Spanish rice before, but this recipe made it easy. The rice was delicious and I will definitely be making it again.


bhekk Gurung
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Dewmi Chamodya
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This is my go-to recipe for Spanish rice. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Shah Zaman Shah Zaman
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I followed the recipe exactly and the rice turned out perfect. It was fluffy and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked to perfection.


Mrs Polin
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this recipe was to make. It didn't take long at all, and the end result was a delicious and authentic Spanish rice dish.


Talbi Abdelbasset
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This rice is so good! I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's a great side dish for any meal.


Raihan Sikder
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I've tried many Spanish rice recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's easy to follow and the results are always delicious.


md nayeem hossen
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the vegetables were perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this again.