Nerdle's Spanish Rice Recipe

Name: Nerdle's Spanish Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; ½ cup onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon ground ancho chili pepper; ¼ teaspoon kosher salt; 1 cup long grain rice; 1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth, reduced sodium; ¾ cup salsa; ¼ cup water; ½ cup cilantro, finely snipped

Servings: persons

1
In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat.
2
Add onion, garlic, ancho chili pepper, and kosher salt; cook for 2 minutes.
3
Stir in uncooked rice; cook and stir for 1 minute.
4
Add chicken broth, salsa and water.
5
Bring to a boil; reduce heat.
6
Simmer, covered, for about 20 minutes or until rice is tender.
7
Remove pan from heat.
8
Remove lid.
9
Cover pan with a clean kitchen towel; replace lid.
10
Let stand for 5 minutes to let the towel absorb any excess moisture.
11
Remove lid and towel, add cilantro; fluff rice with fork.

335

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, ½ cup onion, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 teaspoon ground ancho chili pepper, and more.

Yes, Nerdle's 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!

Nerdle's Spanish Rice

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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