How to Make Spicy American Spanish Rice in 5 Minutes

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Spicy american spanish rice –Hey fam! Get ready to whip up some delicious Spicy American Spanish Rice that’ll have your taste buds dancing and your plate looking colorful. This recipe is perfect for family gatherings, barbecues, or just a cozy dinner at home. Packed with flavor and easy to make, it’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

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Spicy American Spanish Rice

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to bring that spicy goodness to life:

  • 2 cups long-grain white rice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for spice preference)
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper, to taste</li
  • Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

Let’s get cooking!

  1. First up, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Toss in the chopped onion, garlic, and bell peppers. Sauté until the veggies are soft and the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the rice to the skillet, stirring it in with the veggies for about 2 minutes. This will give your rice that toasty flavor.
  3. Now it’s time to add the drained diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix it all together until the rice is well-coated with those spices.
  4. Pour in the broth and bring it to a boil. After it’s bubbling nicely, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed all the liquid.
  5. Once the rice is done, remove it from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff it up with a fork and sprinkle fresh cilantro on top before serving.

There you go! You’ve got yourself a fragrant, flavorful dish that’s perfect as a side or even as a main. Serve it alongside your favorite protein, or enjoy it on its own. Your friends and family won’t be able to get enough!