SPANISH RICE SKILLET | Quick & Easy!

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be made from scraps.

black beans

🥗Healthier: pinto beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans are often cheaper and just as nutritious.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a more budget-friendly option.

bell pepper

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Cabbage is often less expensive and adds crunch.

Rinse 1.5 cups of long grain rice in cool water a few times to remove the starch, then set aside.

In a small bowl, mix together 2 teaspoons of kosher salt, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 0.5 teaspoon of turmeric, 0.5 teaspoon of garlic powder, 0.5 teaspoon of ground coriander, 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper, and 0.25 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to create a seasoning blend; set aside.

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil.

Once the oil is shimmering, add 1 finely diced small yellow onion and cook until soft and translucent.

Add 3 minced cloves of garlic and stir until soft and fragrant.

Add the rinsed rice to the skillet and stir until it becomes golden and toasty, releasing a nutty flavor.

Stir in the seasoning mix, then add 0.5 cup of crushed tomatoes and 2 cups of vegetable broth; stir to combine.

Increase the heat slightly to bring the mixture to a boil, then cover and reduce to a simmer, cooking for 18 to 20 minutes, checking at the 15-minute mark to avoid overcooking the rice.

After cooking, remove the skillet from heat and lift the lid; use a clean dishcloth to cover the lid and absorb excess moisture, ensuring a fluffy texture.

Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro or parsley before serving.

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