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The only way Spanish rice gets easier is to buy it from the corner Mexican restaurant. And I am guilty of that. My son LOVES Spanish rice. He likes it flavorful. I like it more bland since all my Mexican dishes are pretty full of flavor. This is a compromise.
I am using regular rice versus minute rice. You can use whatever is easiest for you. You can even use brown rice. The measurements for liquid are based on the rice I am using. Regular rice is a 2 to 1 ratio water/rice. Minute rice is 1 to 1. Adjust accordingly.
Easy Peasy Spanish Rice
1 cup rice
1 can diced tomatoes (I prefer with jalapenos and onions but only have regular. Use what you like) undrained
1/2 cup diced onions
1 clove garlic minced
1 small can tomato sauce
1/4 cup water
1 TB olive oil
In a medium sauce pan cook the onions until translucent. Do not brown. Do this over medium heat.
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Add the garlic and just cook it but again do not brown it.
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Add the uncoiled rice. Turn heat up. You want to coat ever piece with the oil in the pan. Toast it gently. You really aren't looking for any color.
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Add the tomatoes (tomatoes with jalapenos would be great, but you know I cant!), tomato sauce and water. (you could add 1/2 tsp of cumin but then I wouldn't be compromising would I?) Bring to a boil. Cover and turn heat down to low. Set a timer for 20 minutes. Do not over cook.
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Serve with you favorite tacos or top with shrimp or chicken. I'm serving mine with Enchilada Casserole.
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2 comments:
That's pretty easy and looks great!
husb laughed as soon as he saw your post, I have been craving spanish rice all week!!!
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