Easy Authentic Spanish Rice
Ingredients:
1 cup long-grain white rice
2 tbsp olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup tomato sauce
2 cups chicken broth
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/4 tsp chili powder optional
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
Instructions:
1 Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.
2 Stir in the rice and cook, stirring frequently, for 2-3 minutes, until the rice is lightly toasted.
3 Add the tomato sauce, chicken broth, paprika, cumin, chili powder if using, salt, and pepper. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
4 Once simmering, cover and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 18-20 minutes, until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
5 Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and garnish with fresh cilantro.
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