Restaurant-Style Spanish Rice

50m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. 2Add 2 tablespoons of oil to the hot skillet.
  3. 3Add 2 cups of white rice, stirring constantly until every grain is evenly toasted.
  4. 4Add 4 cups of water, an 8 oz can of tomato sauce, and 2 tablespoons of chicken bouillon powder.
  5. 5Stir everything together and bring it up to a boil.
  6. 6Let it boil uncovered for 10 minutes, allowing some of the water to evaporate off and the liquid to reduce.
  7. 7After 10 minutes, add in another 1 1/2 cups of water.
  8. 8Bring it back up to a boil.
  9. 9Cover the skillet, lower the heat, and let it simmer for 10 more minutes.
  10. 10Once that time is up, turn off the heat.
  11. 11Let it sit undisturbed for a full 20 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 2 cups white rice
  • 4 cups water
  • 8 oz can tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons chicken bouillon powder
  • 1.5 cups water

Equipment

large skillet

Tips

  • Stir constantly to evenly toast every grain of rice.
  • Let the rice boil uncovered for 10 minutes to allow water to evaporate.
  • After simmering, let the rice sit undisturbed for 20 minutes.