Arroz (Spanish Rice)

Have you been looking for that perfect recipe for Spanish rice? Look no further! This recipe for Spanish rice is delicious as well as an authentic Mexican recipe that has been handed down for over four generations. Makes a wonderful side dish, is easy to make, and will please the entire family!

Arroz (Spanish Rice)

1 cup rice (do not use minute rice)
1 tablespoon oil
1/2 small onion, chopped
3 cloves of garlic (mashed) or 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 tablespoon chopped bell pepper
3/4 cup canned tomato (mashed) with juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 bouillon cube (chicken flavored)
3 1/2 cups hot water, or you can use half water & half chicken broth

Brown rice over low flame in heavy iron skillet until golden brown, stirring constantly. Add onion, cook until onion wilts, a minute or two. Add remaining ingredients, bring to a boil, cover, lower heat and cook until dry.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

DO NOT STIR! This will make the rice mushy.

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