Spanish Rice
Spanish Rice is a vibrant, flavorful dish that brings the warmth of Mediterranean kitchens to your table in just 45 minutes. The dish strikes a perfect balance between hearty and light, making it an ideal side or satisfying main.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ white onion, diced
- 1 cup basmati rice, rinsed
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup diced fresh tomatoes or canned tomato sauce
- 1 jalapeño pepper, stemmed, seeded, and chopped
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- 1½ cups vegetable broth
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a medium Dutch oven or pot. Add the onion and cook for 5 to 8 minutes, or until softened.
- Add the rice and cook for 2 minutes, or until fragrant and toasted.
- Stir in the tomato paste and garlic, then add the fresh tomatoes, jalapeño, salt, oregano, and broth. Bring to a boil.
- Cover, reduce the heat, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from the heat and let sit, covered, for 10 more minutes. Fluff with a fork.
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