Simplest Spanish Rice Recipe

Name: Simplest Spanish Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup white rice; 1/2 cup wild rice; 3 cups water; 1 (10 ounce) can rotel, medium or hot; 1 (10 ounce) can red enchilada sauce (OR); Enchilada Sauce; 2 1/4 cups hot water; 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste; 2 tablespoons margarine or 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons flour; 5 teaspoons red chili powder; 1 teaspoon cumin; 2 teaspoons garlic powder; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1 cup white rice
1/2 cup wild rice
3 cups water
1 (10 ounce) can rotel, medium or hot
1 (10 ounce) can red enchilada sauce (OR)
Enchilada Sauce
2 1/4 cups hot water
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 tablespoons margarine or 2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
5 teaspoons red chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
2 teaspoons garlic powder
salt and pepper

1
Heat water to boiling.
2
Add Rotel and rice.
3
Prepare enchilada sauce (if using recipe rather than canned) by combining all ingredients in a medium bowl and mixing until butter is melted.
4
When most of water is absorbed in rice, reduce heat and add enchilada sauce.
5
Cover and simmer until tender.
6
When using canned enchilada sauce this recipe takes only 20 minutes to prepare.
7
Makes a delicious appetizer when served with corn chips and salsa or pica de gallo.

340

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup white rice, 1/2 cup wild rice, 3 cups water, 1 (10 ounce) can rotel, medium or hot, and more.

Yes, Simplest 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.

Simplest Spanish Rice

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