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Prepared Rice Dish in Traditional Spanish Style

Prepared Spanish Rice Recipe: A Simple Guide to Cooking Delicious Spanish Rice

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Prepared Spanish-style Rice Recipe
Prepared Spanish-style Rice Recipe

Prepared Rice Dish in Traditional Spanish Style

Spicy Mexican Rice - A Staple Side Dishes for Burritos and Favorites Like Chiles Rellenos, Chicken Fajitas, and Margaritas!

Dive into the flavorful world of Mexican cuisine with this Spicy Mexican Rice recipe. It's an incredible companion to burritos or as a side dish for Mexican favorites like Chiles Rellenos, Chicken Fajitas, and, of course, a refreshing Margarita!

Yield: 4 to 6 servingsDifficulty: Simple peasy!Total Time: Approx. 50 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups long-grain white rice
  • 1.5 pounds medium Roma tomatoes (about 6 or 7), cored and coarsely chopped
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 medium garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
  • 1/2 medium white onion, coarsely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt, more to taste if needed
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 bay leaf
  • A kick of heat: 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped (optional)

Steps:

  1. Get your rice ready: Rinse under cold water in a fine-mesh strainer until the water runs clear. Set aside in the strainer.
  2. In a blender, combine the chopped tomatoes, broth, garlic, onion, jalapeño (if using), and salt. Blend until smooth. You should have roughly 3 1/2 cups of liquid. Add more broth if necessary. Set aside.
  3. Heat the oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering. Add the strained rice and cook, stirring and scraping the bottom of the pot occasionally with a wooden spoon, until the rice is fragrant and makes a crackling sound, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the tomato puree and bay leaf. Stir to combine, scraping the bottom of the pot to loosen any stuck grains of rice, and bring to a boil. Cover with a tight-fitting lid, reduce the heat to low, and cook undisturbed until the rice is tender, about 15 minutes.
  5. Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit covered for 10 minutes. Discard the bay leaf and fluff the rice with a fork, incorporating the tomato layer on top. Taste and season with salt if needed.

Why not customize your rice? Add some cooked shredded chicken for a one-pot meal or keep it vegetarian for a lighter option. If you're a spice fiend, adjust the jalapeño or add some cayenne pepper for more heat. Serve in a colorful bowl for a beautiful dining experience!

Pro Tip: Drink a Margarita alongside your rice dish for the perfect complementary flavor combination. It's all gravy, my friend!

Enrichment Data (Optional):

For a flavor explosion, you can add Peas and Sweet Corn to the rice during the last 5 minutes of cooking. Additionally, don't forget the refreshing citrus kick of Coriander Leaves and a squeeze of Lime Juice for added brightness.

To make the perfect Margarita, combine Tequila, Lime Juice, Triple Sec (or Cointreau), and salt (for rim) in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake well and pour into a salt-rimmed glass if desired. Cheers to a fantastic Mexican feast!

  1. Exploring Mexican cuisine further, you might find that the concepts of nutrition and recipe are inseparable, with the inherent health benefits often showcased in recipes like this Spicy Mexican Rice.
  2. The nutrition facts of this Spicy Mexican Rice recipe are impressive, making it a valuable addition to your slideshow of healthy meal ideas, along with Chiles Rellenos, Chicken Fajitas, and other Mexican favorites.
  3. For those seeking additional recipes to pair with this Spicy Mexican Rice, why not consider a Cinco de Mayo-inspired slideshow featuring classic Mexican dishes such as Enchiladas, Guacamole, and, of course, Margaritas, to complete your well-rounded Mexican feast.

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