Spicy Spanish-Style Rice

Spicy Spanish-Style Rice
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    25 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    45 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    180

Transport your taste buds to a sun-drenched Spanish fiesta with this vibrant and flavorful rice dish. Infused with a fiery blend of spices and fresh aromatics, this recipe is both incredibly easy to prepare and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Prepare for a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more!

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    39 g
  • Cholesterol
    4 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    4 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    436 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Melt the butter in a medium-sized pot over medium-low heat. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Add the rice, jalapeño, green onion, and garlic to the pot. Stir continuously until the rice is evenly coated with butter and the aromatics begin to release their fragrance. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View Incorporate the chili powder, cumin, salt, chipotle chile powder, and cayenne pepper (if using). Continue to cook and stir for about 1 minute, until the spices are fragrant and toasted.

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04 Step

Recipe View Pour in the chicken stock and tomato sauce. Stir well to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

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Recipe View Once simmering, cover the pot tightly, reduce the heat to the lowest setting, and simmer for 20 minutes. Do not lift the lid during this time!

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Recipe View After 20 minutes, turn off the heat and let the pot sit, covered, on the burner for an additional 8 minutes. This allows the rice to fully absorb the remaining liquid and steam to perfection.

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Recipe View Remove the cover and gently fluff the rice with a fork. Serve immediately and enjoy!

For a vegetarian option, substitute vegetable broth for chicken stock.
Rinsing the rice before cooking removes excess starch, resulting in fluffier rice.
Adjust the amount of jalapeño, chipotle chile powder, and cayenne pepper to suit your desired level of spiciness.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice for added brightness.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 60 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Adah Conn

    My family loved this! It's become a regular dish in our rotation.

  • Francisca Waters

    This recipe is fantastic! The perfect amount of spice, and so easy to make.

  • Boyd Haley

    I substituted smoked paprika for the chili powder, as suggested, and it was delicious! A great option for those who prefer a milder flavor.

  • Calista Rutherford

    The rice was perfectly cooked and so flavorful. The tip about not lifting the lid is key!

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