Texas-Style Spanish Rice
Serves 6
Ingredients:
1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons cooking oils
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/2 cup tomato with green chilies
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups water
2 to 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, optional
In a skillet, sauté onion and green pepper in oil for about 2 minutes. Add rice and stir until coated with oil. Add tomatoes, turmeric, cumin, salt, garlic powder and water bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, about 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Add cilantro if desired.
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