This hearty Spanish Rice dish combines tender ground beef with fluffy rice simmered in a savory tomato and beef broth. The addition of soy sauce and bouillon creates a deep, umami-rich flavor profile that feels like a warm hug. It&# 226;ÂÂs a quick, satisfying one-pot meal perfect for busy weeknights or feeding a crowd. The rice absorbs all the delicious juices, resulting in a moist and flavorful bite every time. Simple ingredients come together to create a home-style classic that is both economical and deeply comforting. Serve it as a main course with a side salad or some crusty bread to soak up the extra sauce.
Mom’S Spanish Rice
Description
This hearty Spanish Rice dish combines tender ground beef with fluffy rice simmered in a savory tomato and beef broth. The addition of soy sauce and bouillon creates a deep, umami-rich flavor profile that feels like a warm hug. It&# 226;ÂÂs a quick, satisfying one-pot meal perfect for busy weeknights or feeding a crowd. The rice absorbs all the delicious juices, resulting in a moist and flavorful bite every time. Simple ingredients come together to create a home-style classic that is both economical and deeply comforting. Serve it as a main course with a side salad or some crusty bread to soak up the extra sauce.Ingredients
Directions
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Heat the salad oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add the ground beef to the hot oil and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through.
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Stir in the minced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
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Add the rice to the pan and stir to coat with the beef fat and onion mixture for 1 minute.
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Pour in the tomato sauce, hot water, soy sauce, and crumble the beef bouillon cube into the mixture.
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Stir in both amounts of salt (1/2 tsp and 1 tsp) and any other desired seasonings.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
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Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 534.7kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 28.8g45%
- Saturated Fat 9.6g48%
- Cholesterol 108.0mg36%
- Sodium 7722.8mg322%
- Total Carbohydrate 25.9g9%
- Dietary Fiber 1.2g5%
- Sugars 2.1g
- Protein 39.0g78%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
