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Easy Spanish Rice Recipe (10 Minute Side)

March 29, 2020 By Never Ending Journeys 9 Comments

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So are you looking for the perfect side dish to serve up with your Mexican dinner? This Easy Spanish Rice Recipe is your answer!

Easy Spanish Rice Recipe

When it comes to Taco Tuesday… do you want to know what’s missing? This Easy Spanish Rice Recipe! Delicious old fashioned Spanish rice is so quick and simple to make, and is the perfect side to serve with your tacos, burritos, or enchiladas this week!

Whether you call is Spanish Rice, Mexican Rice or arroz rojo, it doesn’t really matter, because the best part is… it only takes a few quick minutes to make and the perfect addition to any Mexican dinner. Talk about easy! It’s done and ready in 10 minutes!

So, are you ready to make your Spanish Rice? Here’s what you’ll need…

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Easy Spanish Rice Recipe

Prep Time2 minutes mins
Cook Time8 minutes mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Author: Never Ending Journeys

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp. Canola Oil
  • 1 tsp. Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp. Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp. Cumin
  • 1 tsp. Salt
  • 6 oz. Can Tomato Paste
  • 14.5 oz. can Chicken Broth
  • 1/4 cup Water
  • 2 1/4 cups Uncooked Minute Instant White Rice

Instructions

  • In 3 quart pot, heat Canola Oil, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Cumin, and Salt over medium heat, stirring constantly with wooden spoon.
  • Once combined, add Tomato Paste, Chicken Broth, and Water, and turn up heat until mixture begins to boil. Continue stirring the entire time.
  • Once mixture begins to boil, remove pot from heat, add rice, stir, and cover with lid. Rice will be done after 5 minutes. ENJOY!

Notes

Makes 2 1/4 cups

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Comments

  1. Christie says

    February 24, 2021 at 2:13 pm

    This Spanish rice looks so delicious and flavourful! I love how it’s simple to make as well! Thanks for sharing this easy recipe!

    Reply
  2. LetsCurry says

    April 9, 2020 at 1:52 pm

    This Spanish recipe sounds easy and I love the fact it can be a one pot for quick dinners.

    Thank you for this amazing recipe and the pictures are real good.

    Reply
    • Never Ending Journeys says

      April 9, 2020 at 2:19 pm

      Thank you so much, I really appreciate it!

      Reply
  3. Rosemary says

    April 9, 2020 at 10:31 am

    Mmmm this sounds so good!! I will keep this in mind for next time it is taco night here!

    Reply
    • Never Ending Journeys says

      April 9, 2020 at 2:21 pm

      Thank you, Rosemary! I hope you enjoy it!

      Reply
  4. Stephanie & Sydney says

    April 7, 2020 at 5:46 am

    Wow! I don’t think this could be any easier! We always get the type in a pouch…but who knows what kind of additives those have in them. This is such a better option and I think anyone could tackle this recipe with how easy it sounds!

    Reply
    • Never Ending Journeys says

      April 7, 2020 at 8:54 am

      Thank you so much, Stephanie and Sydney! I really enjoy making homemade Spanish rice.

      Reply
  5. Josiah - DIY Thrill says

    March 30, 2020 at 8:09 pm

    This Spanish rice recipe is great to have on hand, thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Never Ending Journeys says

      March 30, 2020 at 8:10 pm

      Thank you, I’m glad you like the recipe!

      Reply

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