paula deen spanish rice recipe
If you love flavorful and comforting side dishes, this Paula Deen Spanish Rice Recipe is perfect for you. It is rich, slightly spicy and full of delicious taste.
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
Instructions
Heat Oil
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until warm.
Toast Rice
- Add rice and cook for 3–4 minutes until slightly golden, stirring often.
Cook Onion
- Add chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent.
Add Garlic
- Stir in garlic and cook for one minute until fragrant.
Add Tomato Sauce
- Pour in tomato sauce and mix well with rice.
Add Broth
- Add chicken broth and stir to combine all ingredients.
Season Rice
- Add salt, pepper, paprika and cumin. Mix well.
Simmer
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 18–20 minutes.
Rest the Rice
- Turn off heat and let rice sit covered for 5 minutes.
Fluff and Serve
- Fluff with a fork and serve warm.
Notes
- Use vegetable broth for vegetarian version
- Add peas or corn for extra texture
- Add chili powder for more spice
- Use fresh tomatoes instead of sauce
- Do not stir too much while cooking
- Let rice rest for better texture