Best 11 Basic Spanish Rice Recipes
Hola! Calling all rice fans! If you're craving a flavorful and colorful dish that'll transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Spain, look no further than our comprehensive guide to cooking Spanish rice. From the classic Paella Valenciana, a symphony of seafood, chicken, and vegetables, to the hearty and comforting Arroz con Pollo, a chicken and rice extravaganza, we've got you covered. Ready your paella pan or trusty rice cooker, and let's embark on a culinary journey through the sunny landscapes of Spain, one grain of rice at a time!
Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!
BASIC SPANISH RICE
Add something tasty to your family's Spanish dinner! Enjoy this spicy rice that's stir in tomato sauce - a wonderful meal.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat 1 to 2 minutes. Cook onion and uncooked rice in the oil about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until rice is golden brown.
- Remove skillet from heat. Stir in bell pepper, water, salt, chili powder, garlic powder and tomato sauce. Heat to boiling over high heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender and tomato sauce is absorbed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 265, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 930 mg
EASY AUTHENTIC SPANISH RICE
My family loves a variety of ethnic foods, but this is one of their favorites. My niece, who is of Spanish descent, lives with us and has tweaked my old Spanish rice recipe to make it just like her grandma's. My mother-in-law has also added this recipe to her school meals menu (minus the jalapeno), and it is a hit with the students and faculty.
Provided by Megan
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes Spanish Rice Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir onions and jalapeno peppers in the butter until softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir Mexican-style tomatoes into onion mixture; add rice, salt, and black pepper. Bring rice mixture to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer until rice is cooked, 40 to 45 minutes. Garnish with sour cream and Cheddar cheese to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 calories, Carbohydrate 26.7 g, Cholesterol 36.6 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 521.7 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
BEST SPANISH RICE
The combination of picante sauce and chicken broth makes this easy recipe very tasty!
Provided by Angela Sims
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes Spanish Rice Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion, and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Mix rice into skillet, stirring often. When rice begins to brown, stir in chicken broth and salsa. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 20 minutes, until liquid has been absorbed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Carbohydrate 50.9 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 696.6 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
QUICK AND EASY SPANISH RICE
This recipe is a simple Spanish rice that is quick and easy and tastes delicious. The vegetable juice and the taco seasoning add more flavor to this dish.
Provided by Ruth Schwab
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes Spanish Rice Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook and stir onion, garlic, and vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until onions are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir rice into onion mixture and cook, stirring often, until rice becomes slightly opaque, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Stir chicken broth, vegetable juice, and taco seasoning into rice mixture and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer over low heat until rice has absorbed most of the liquid, about 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.4 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 168.8 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
SPANISH RICE
You'll find my easy Spanish rice is better than any boxed mix in grocery stores. Best of all, it can be prepared in the same amount of time as those so-called "quick and easy" boxes. -Anne Yaeger, Washington, DC
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add rice; cook and stir until lightly browned. Add remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until the liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, 10-15 minutes. Remove bay leaf before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 886mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
EASY SPANISH RICE
This recipe has been told to me by my girlfriends MIL from Mexico. I had to measure the ingredients. Never before have they been measured, always a 'handful of this and equal parts of this' until it looked right. I hope you enjoy it. It has become a family favorite in our home. I am always asked to make it!
Provided by Arizona Desert Flower
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes Spanish Rice Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place a pot over medium-heat heat; add oil and heat until oil shimmers slightly. Pour rice into the hot oil, stirring constantly, until rice is golden to dark brown, about 5 minutes.
- Mix water, tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and bouillon into rice. Bring to a boil. Turn off heat and cover pot tightly with a lid. Leave pot covered on hot burner until rice has absorbed all the liquid, about 20 minutes. Adjust seasonings as needed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.3 calories, Carbohydrate 30.4 g, Fat 3.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 18 mg, Sugar 1.3 g
SIMPLE SPANISH RICE
This is something my grandmother used to make, but she never used a recipe. It took me a long time to figure out just what she did. I think this is as close to hers as it gets. It's just a simple rice side dish, but if you add a pound of cooked ground beef or chicken you can serve it as a meal. I hope you enjoy.
Provided by Julie Gurganus
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes Spanish Rice Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir rice, onion, and bell pepper in hot oil until the vegetables are slightly tender and rice is lightly browned, 7 to 10 minutes.
- Stir diced tomatoes, vegetable juice, tomato sauce, water, sugar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper into the rice mixture. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook at a simmer until the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 359.1 calories, Carbohydrate 51.5 g, Fat 14.5 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 1270.2 mg, Sugar 13.9 g
AUTHENTIC SPANISH RICE
For a great side for any main dish, try this great authentic spanish rice. The bacon drippings add another layer of flavor and make the rice delectable.-Maria Goclan, Katy, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a skillet, heat bacon drippings on medium-high. Add rice; cook and stir until rice is golden brown. Add onion and garlic; stir and cook 3 additional minutes. Add all remaining ingredients. Cook, uncovered, on medium heat for 20 minutes, stirring only once after 10 minutes. Check rice for doneness by tasting a few top grains. If rice is firm, add a little water; cover and cook 5 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 117 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 219mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
EASY SPANISH RICE
Make and share this Easy Spanish Rice recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chef Beth1
Categories White Rice
Time 4m
Yield 1 cup, 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Combine salsa and red pepper sauce.
- Stir into rice.
- Heat in either microwave or pot until hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 693.1, Fat 1.1, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 204.9, Carbohydrate 153.1, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 1, Protein 13.1
HOMEMADE SPANISH RICE
Instant rice an convenient canned goods simplify the stovetop preparation of this tangy side dish from Flo Burtnett of Gage, Oklahoma. Its traditional taste makes it a perfect accompaniment to the Mexican-style entree.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute onion and green pepper in oil until tender. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 240mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
SIMPLE SPANISH RICE
Emily Hockett, of Federal Way, Washington says, "I prefer this side dish to traditional recipes because it's vegetarian and lower in fat. While you're preparing the rest of your meal, it simmers on the stove, allowing the flavors to blend beautifully."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 50m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook brown rice according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, saute onion and pepper in butter until tender. Stir in tomatoes and salt. Bring to a boil. , Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-10 minutes or until slightly thickened. Stir in cooked rice; heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 390mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Use a large skillet or Dutch oven: This will give the rice plenty of room to cook evenly.
- Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking: This will remove the starch from the rice, which will help prevent it from becoming sticky.
- Use a low-sodium chicken broth: This will help to control the saltiness of the dish.
- Add some chopped vegetables to the rice: This will add some extra flavor and nutrition to the dish.
- Let the rice rest for a few minutes before serving: This will help the rice to absorb any remaining liquid and fluff up.
Conclusion:
Spanish rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It can be served as a side dish, a main course, or even as a filling for tacos or burritos. With its simple ingredients and quick cooking time, Spanish rice is a great recipe for busy weeknights or potlucks. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Spanish rice a try!
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