Homemade Spanish Rice/Mexican Rice
Homemade Spanish Rice is actually the recipe for Spanish Rice from Mango’s, a well-known Mexican restaurant in Mesa (down on Main). You’ll adore this recipe if you’ve ever gone down there and enjoyed the rice. It truly is straightforward, delicious, and the ideal accompaniment to any Mexican cuisine!
It is the finest side dish to any Mexican entree since it is simple to make, tastes like it just left the restaurant, and is so delicious.
Homemade Spanish Rice Ingredients
- 2 cups long-grain rice
- 1/8 cup vegetable oil
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 6 stems of cilantro (optional)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 4 cups of water (or 4 cups of low-sodium chicken broth)
- 1 cube chicken-flavored bouillon, dashes of cumin and garlic pepper
- a few other seasonings.
Instructions
- On medium heat, heat oil in a large frying pan.
- Cook the rice until it is golden brown.
- Microwave 4 cups of water with 1 chicken-flavored bouillon cube for 3 minutes.
- Add water, tomato sauce, salt, garlic, cumin, and garlic pepper to the pan when the rice is brown.
- Cover the pan and stir. Allow to simmer for 30 to 40 minutes, or until there is no more liquid and everything is cooked. Flavor just before serving, then ENJOY!
Tips
- How much rice per person? For each person, prepare 1 cup of uncooked rice. The cooked rice will yield approximately 34 to 1 cup per person. If a recipe calls for three cups of uncooked rice, it will serve approximately twelve people.
- What is the best rice for Spanish Rice? White long-grain rice is a favorite of ours. It becomes airy and not as sticky as some short-grained rices.
- Can brown rice be used to make Spanish rice? Earthy colored rice can be utilized instead of white rice. Simply add 13 cup more water for every cup of brown rice and continue to simmer for as long as necessary to achieve the desired texture.
- Can salsa be used in place of tomato sauce? Yes, please! This mild rice recipe can benefit from additional spice and flavor from salsa. It all comes down to preference.
- How should I reheat Mexican or Spanish rice? Make care to keep it properly sealed in a container. It can keep for up to 5 to 6 days in the refrigerator. Simply reheat for a few minutes in the microwave or on the stove.
- Spanish rice—can it be frozen? It is possible to freeze it and use it later. Just put 3 cups of cooked rice in zip-top freezer bags, label them, and store them in the freezer for 4-6 months.
- When ready to use, you may either cook the rice straight from the freezer or let it defrost in the refrigerator. Rice should be heated in a microwave-safe bowl on high for the required amount of time, stirring every two minutes.
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