Spicy Spanish Rice

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

1. Make the broth
Dissolve 3 Knorr cubes in 3½ cups hot water. Set aside.

Step 2

2. Sauté veggies
Heat olive oil and butter in a medium pot over medium heat.
Add onion and bell pepper; cook 4–5 minutes until soft.

Step 3

3. Build flavor
Add garlic and tomato paste. Cook 30–60 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

4. Toast the rice
Stir in rinsed rice and cook 1 minute, stirring, to coat grains.

Step 5

5. Season + simmer
Add prepared broth, chili powder, paprika, turmeric, oregano, and salt.
Stir, bring to a boil.

Step 6

6. Cook
Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 15–18 minutes until liquid is absorbed.

Step 7

7. Rest + fluff
Turn off heat. Let sit covered 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.

Step 8

8. Finish
Taste and adjust salt if needed. Top with cilantro if using.

Step 9

* Add 1 extra tablespoon butter at the end for richer, calmer flavor

Step 10

* If spices still feel strong, squeeze in 1–2 teaspoons lemon juice to balance