Spanish Style Rice
Transport your taste buds to the vibrant kitchens of Spain with this aromatic Spanish Style Rice recipe, a one-pan dish bursting with bold flavors and simple elegance. Featuring perfectly toasted long-grain white rice simmered in a rich blend of chicken or vegetable broth, tomato paste, and diced tomatoes, this dish is seasoned to perfection with cumin, sweet paprika, and oregano. A touch of sautéed onion and garlic enhances its savory depth, while optional peas add a pop of color and texture. With a sprinkle of fresh parsley for garnish, this versatile recipe pairs beautifully with grilled meats, seafood, or stands alone as a satisfying vegetarian entrée. Quick, easy, and infused with authentic Spanish charm, this rice recipe is your new go-to for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 cups long-grain white rice
- 3 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup diced tomatoes, canned or fresh
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cups frozen peas (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until it becomes soft and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the rice to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, to lightly toast the grains.
In a small bowl, mix the chicken broth, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir this mixture into the pan with the rice.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid and let simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
If using frozen peas, stir them into the rice during the last 5 minutes of cooking to allow them to heat through.
Remove the pan from heat and let the rice rest, covered, for 5 minutes before fluffing it with a fork.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the rice as a garnish before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
918 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.5 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5001 mg | 217% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.7 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.3 g | ||
| Protein | 23.6 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 214 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1586 mg | 34% | |
*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.
