Savory rice combined with red beans and the perfect amount of spices! Full of flavor, this quick and easy Spanish Rice & Beans recipe is the best vegetarian meal or side dish. Make this recipe in about 30 minutes for a dinner that everyone will love!
2cupslong grain white ricesee notes for brown rice
1teaspooncumin
2teaspoonschili powder
2teaspoonssmoked paprikaor regular paprika
1/2teaspooncayenneoptional
1/2cupsalsa
1/2cuptomato sauce
2 1/2cupsvegetable brothor chicken broth
2 1/2cupscooked red beans
salt/pepperto taste
fresh cilantrooptional
Instructions
Heat up the oil in a sauté pan over medium heat.
Add in the chopped onion and garlic, cook for 1-2 minutes.
Add the chopped bell pepper and cook for 2-3 minutes, adding a dash of salt.
Add the dry rice and toast for about 2-3 minutes, or until slightly browned.
Mix in the cumin, chili powder, paprika, cayenne, and a dash of salt and pepper.
Pour in the salsa and tomato sauce, mixing until combined and cooking for 3-5 minutes.
Add in the broth, mix, and bring to a simmer.
Cover and let simmer for about 13-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add salt and pepper to taste.
Add in the beans and cook until evenly warm (about 3-5 minutes).
Add the fresh cilantro (optional) and remove from heat.
Serve and enjoy!
Notes
*For brown rice, let simmer for about 17-20 minutes.
Make sure that the rice is fluffy and has soaked up all of the broth before adding in the other ingredients! If the rice is too dry, add a small amount of broth (2 Tablespoons at a time). If there's still liquid left, remove the lid and allow some of the liquid to evaporate as you cook the rice a bit longer.