Mexican (Spanish) Rice Recipe | Show Me The Curry

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur

Quinoa is more nutritious, while bulgur is often less expensive.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water

Homemade broth is healthier, while water is a budget-friendly option.

Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan over medium heat.

Add 2 cups of long grain rice to the oil and stir to coat the rice, cooking until it changes color slightly.

Add 1/2 large chopped onion to the rice and sauté for 1-2 minutes until translucent.

Mix in 1 can of washed and drained kidney beans and 1 medium chopped bell pepper.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon of oregano, and salt to taste.

Stir in 1 can of tomato sauce and 3 cups of broth, mixing well.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cover.

Cook for 15 minutes without disturbing the rice.

After 15 minutes, turn off the stove and fluff the rice with a fork.

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