New Mexican Spanish Rice, Arroz a la Espanola

Spanish rice, or Arroz a la Espanola, is a popular dish in both Mexican and Spanish cuisines. Despite its name, it is not actually a traditional Spanish dish, but rather a Mexican adaptation of Spanish flavors.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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New Mexican Spanish Rice, Arroz a la Espanola

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Mexican, Spanish Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Rice
• 2 large Tomato
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 medium Bell Pepper
• 2 tablespoon Vegetable Oil
• 2 cup Vegetable Broth
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
• to taste for garnish Cilantro

Instructions

1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
3. Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened.
4. Stir in the rice, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper, and cook for 2 minutes.
5. Add the tomatoes and vegetable broth to the skillet and bring to a boil.
6. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
7. Remove from heat and let the rice rest for 5 minutes.
8. Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with cilantro.
9. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 2g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.