V Best Spanish Rice (Easy) Recipe

Name: V Best Spanish Rice (Easy)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth; 2 -3 tablespoons tomato-flavored bouillon; 1 1/2 cups water; 1 teaspoon onion salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 1/2 teaspoons spanish paprika (use regular if you have to); 3 tablespoons salsa, medium; 1 teaspoon ketchup; 1 cup finely chopped white onion; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 4 tablespoons butter, cut up; 2 cups long grain rice

Servings: persons

1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
2 -3 tablespoons tomato-flavored bouillon
1 1/2 cups water
1 teaspoon onion salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons spanish paprika (use regular if you have to)
3 tablespoons salsa, medium
1 teaspoon ketchup
1 cup finely chopped white onion
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons butter, cut up
2 cups long grain rice

1
In a 6 cup glass measuring cup pour chicken broth, add water until it measures a tad over 4 cups (very important) I use the next line on my measuring cup.
2
Add tomato bouilon, onion salt, pepper, cumin smoky paprika, salsa and ketchup - Heat in Microwave approx 6 minutes.
3
Meanwhile, drizzle olive oil over medium dutch oven pan until warm on Med-High heat. Add onions. When translucent add rice and butter, sautee' until butter has melted and bouilon is done.
4
Stir bouilon and slowly pour into (warning you can get a steam burn, so careful!) rice mixture. Stir and bring to a thick boil. about 3 minutes.
5
Cover pan, turn heat to simmer. Set timer for 25 minutes. When timer alarms, turn heat off and leave undisturbed for at least 5 minutes.
6
Fluff with fork and enjoy with your favorite mexican dish. I always make this when making my Recipe#268423.

619

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth, 2 -3 tablespoons tomato-flavored bouillon, 1 1/2 cups water, 1 teaspoon onion salt, and more.

Yes, V Best Spanish Rice (Easy) 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!

V Best Spanish Rice (Easy)

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Variations & substitutions

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