How to Make Spanish Rice

Are you looking for an authentic Spanish rice recipe? Spanish rice is a great accompaniment to chicken or fish dishes. Read on to learn how to make Spanish rice step by step.

Introduction

Spanish rice is sautéed with onions and garlic in oil, then cooked in chicken broth which has been seasoned with tomato paste and oregano. The rice absorbs the flavors as it cooks. You can add vegetables such as peppers, onions, and corn to the rice to customize the Spanish rice recipe, if desired.

Step 1: What You Need To Make Spanish Rice

  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cups rice
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1/8 teaspoon oregano

Step 2: How To Make Spanish Rice

  1. Sauté the onion and garlic in the oil until the onion is soft.
  2. Add the rice, and continuing cooking for 5 minutes
  3. Combine the remaining ingredients and bring to a boil.
  4. Add the boiling stock mixture to the rice, cover, and reduce heat.
  5. Cook for 25 minutes or until the rice is tender.

Step 3: Spanish Rice Variations

  1. Substitute 1 cup chopped tomatoes for the tomato paste. If you choose this option, sauté the tomatoes with the onions.
  2. Add 1 /2 cups of salsa to 4 cups of cooked white rice for instant Spanish rice.
  3. Render 1/2 lb. of chopped bacon, and use the bacon fat instead of the oil to sauté the onion and rice.

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