Sorta Spanish Rice
Transport your taste buds to sunny Spain with this vibrant and flavorful "Sorta Spanish Rice" recipe! Perfect as a standalone dish or a side, this one-pan wonder combines fluffy long-grain white rice with the bold flavors of smoked paprika, ground cumin, and a rich tomato base. A medley of tender onion, fragrant garlic, diced tomatoes, and a touch of sweetness from frozen peas make every bite irresistible. Simmered in chicken or vegetable broth, this dish achieves that classic Spanish-inspired depth of flavor while staying approachable for everyday cooking. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s a quick and hearty option for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Serve warm, topped with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, and enjoy a taste of Spain from the comfort of your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup frozen peas
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the rice and stir to coat the grains in the oil. Toast the rice for about 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.
Push the rice to one side of the skillet and add the tomato paste, smoked paprika, and ground cumin to the empty space. Stir the spices and paste together for 1 minute to release their flavors, then mix into the rice.
Pour in the can of diced tomatoes (with their juice) and the chicken or vegetable broth. Stir to combine.
Season with salt and black pepper, and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
Add the frozen peas, stirring them into the rice, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Remove the pan from the heat, fluff the rice with a fork, and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your Sorta Spanish Rice!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
248 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.2 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3389 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.4 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.2 g | ||
| Protein | 14.1 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 238 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1642 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
