Spanish RIce

Name: Spanish RIce
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 35 min
Yield: 8, 8 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 3 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 cups long-grain white rice; cilantro (for garnish); 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 2 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil; 4 1/4 cups water (boiling); 2 teaspoons chicken broth base (or 1 chicken bouillon cube)

5 / 5 (5 reviews)

Spanish Rice is super simple to make and takes only a few ingredients. It's the perfect, easy side to serve with many Mexican entrees'.

By: Thesaltymarshmallow (via Thesaltymarshmallow)

Original Publish: Sep 7, 2019

Last Updated: Mar 2, 2026

Prep: 5 mins

Cook: 35 mins

Yields: 8, 8 servings

Nutrition Facts

176 kcalCalories

4 gProtein

38 gCarbs

1 gFat

Ingredients

1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 cups long-grain white rice
cilantro (for garnish)
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil
4 1/4 cups water (boiling)
2 teaspoons chicken broth base (or 1 chicken bouillon cube)

Instructions

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
When the oil is hot, add the rice to the pan and stir. Continue stirring until all the grains turn opaque and then golden brown.
Heat water until boiling in the microwave and whisk in tomato paste and chicken broth base.

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Allyson ★ 5.0/5

THis rice is so good with dinner! I loved it!

Catalina ★ 5.0/5

This Spanish rice looks so flavorful and delicious! Yummy!

Amanda ★ 5.0/5

I have made this with so many meals. Such a big hit everyone can't get enough!

Sara Welch ★ 5.0/5

What a flavorful side dish! This will be perfect to serve with tacos tomorrow; delicious!

Jenn ★ 5.0/5

Love the spices and flavor in this easy rice dish!

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