4. Spanish Rice
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- ½ small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ¾ cups chicken broth
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions:
Heat oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Add the rice and sauté for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly golden.
Add chopped onion and cook until softened (about 2 minutes). Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in chicken broth, tomato sauce. Stir in cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low.
Cover and simmer for 15-18 minutes (until the liquid is absorbed and rice is tender). Fluff with a fork and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
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