Spanish Rice Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Ingredients

   Start by measuring out all the ingredients. Chop the onion, garlic, and bell pepper, and set aside.

2. 2

   Sauté Vegetables

   In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper, and sauté for about 5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

3. 3

   Add Garlic and Spices

   Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.

4. 4

   Add Rice

   Add the long-grain white rice to the skillet, stirring to coat the rice with the oil and spices. Toast the rice for about 2-3 minutes.

5. 5

   Combine Liquids

   Pour in the vegetable broth and tomato sauce, stirring to combine all ingredients.

6. 6

   Simmer

   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.

7. 7

   Add Peas

   In the last 5 minutes of cooking, stir in the frozen peas. Cover again and finish cooking.

8. 8

   Fluff and Garnish

   Once cooked, remove the skillet from heat. Fluff the rice with a fork and let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.