Elswet'S Deluxe Spanish Rice Recipe

Name: Elswet'S Deluxe Spanish Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons virgin olive oil; 2 cups brown rice, uncooked; 2 garlic cloves, mashed; 1 large onion, any type, finely chopped; 1/2 cup green onion, finely chopped; 1/2 cup bell pepper, minced; 1/2 cup celery, minced, stalks and leaves; 1 cup tomatoes, finely chopped, fresh (2 medium tomatoes); 3 ounces tomato sauce; 6 cups chicken broth or 6 cups chicken bouillon; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 2 ounces cream cheese; 3 large black olives, thinly sliced

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons virgin olive oil
2 cups brown rice, uncooked
2 garlic cloves, mashed
1 large onion, any type, finely chopped
1/2 cup green onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup bell pepper, minced
1/2 cup celery, minced, stalks and leaves
1 cup tomatoes, finely chopped, fresh (2 medium tomatoes)
3 ounces tomato sauce
6 cups chicken broth or 6 cups chicken bouillon
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 ounces cream cheese
3 large black olives, thinly sliced

1
In a four-quart sauce pan, over a medium heat, heat the oil. Add in the brown rice and cook, stirring constantly until rice is lightly toasted. [This step requires constant attention.].
2
Add chopped onion, green onion, bell pepper, celery, garlic, salt, cayenne pepper, chili powder, and cumin. Stir until blended, and continue cooking until onions begin changing translucent.
3
Add tomatoes and chicken stock [or bullion water]. Return to boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for approximately 20 minutes.
4
Add the cream cheese. Stir well until the cream cheese is entirely melted and blended, recover, and cook for approximately 15 more minutes.
5
Allow to stand, removed from heat, for 5-8 minutes, fluff with a fork, garnish with cheese and black olives, and serve hot!
6
NOTE: This may be served as a side dish, or with sliced smoked sausage, shredded chicken or beef, shrimp, or other seafood and served as a main dish. Also, if you want it more spicy, you can add in the cumin and cayenne while you are toasting the rice. That will breatly enhance the heat level of these spices. Hope you enjoy it!

1169

kcal

Calories

Fat

101

Carbs

124

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons virgin olive oil, 2 cups brown rice, uncooked, 2 garlic cloves, mashed, 1 large onion, any type, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Elswet'S Deluxe Spanish Rice falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Elswet'S Deluxe Spanish Rice

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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