Ingredients for 20 Minute Spanish Rice
- 1 ½ cups chicken stock
- Long Grain Rice
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- ½ cup salsa
- Corn Kernel
- Black Beans
How to Make 20 Minute Spanish Rice
- In a medium saucepan, bring 1 ½ cups of chicken stock and 1 tablespoon of taco seasoning to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, stir in 1 cup of long-grain white rice, ½ cup of your favorite salsa, ½ cup of corn (frozen or canned, drained), and ½ cup of black beans (or peas), rinsed and drained.
- Give the mixture a gentle stir to combine.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the saucepan tightly, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and the liquid is absorbed.
- After 20 minutes, fluff the rice with a fork and serve immediately. Garnish with fresh cilantro or a squeeze of lime juice for extra flavor (optional).
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
12 g
Sugar
10g
Fat
2g
Carbs
17g
