Spanish rice, also known as Mexican rice, is a delicious and versatile side dish that pairs perfectly with a variety of meals. This recipe for fluffy Spanish rice is designed to give you a perfectly cooked, flavorful rice with a light, fluffy texture. It’s ideal for serving with tacos, enchiladas, or as a stand-alone dish.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper (red or green), diced
- 1 medium tomato, diced (or 1 cup canned diced tomatoes)
- 1 ¾ cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili powder (optional for extra spice)
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste (optional for richer flavor)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish, optional)
- Lime wedges (for serving, optional)