Spanish Rice Recipe (+Video)

Name: Spanish Rice Recipe (+Video) - The Country Cook
Uploaded: 2019-04-27
Duration: 59 s
Description: This Spanish Rice recipe is stuffed with cooked rice, tomato sauce, ground beef, peppers, onions and seasoning. Delicious comfort food!

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This Spanish Rice recipe is stuffed with cooked rice, tomato sauce, ground beef, peppers, onions and seasoning. Delicious comfort food!

MY MOM'S VERSION OF SPANISH RICE

I just love the smell of Spanish Rice when it is cooking. There is just something about the smell of green peppers, onion and ground beef cooking that instantly takes me back to my Mom's kitchen. Also, let me say, this is absolutely not authentic Spanish Rice. This is just the name it was given when my Mom was in Home Economics classs (where she learned this recipe) in the 60's. We know it is not authentic and don't want to pretend otherwise. However, if you want to explore truly authentic Spanish recipes, please check out Spain on the Fork food blog. Absolutely amazing recipes there!

Spanish Style Rice, finished, in a large pan.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

What goes with Spanish Rice

It is absolutely delicious with my Layered Taco Bake or Mexican Lasagna. If you have leftovers, try making some Stuffed Peppers.

What other seasonings can I add?

This is just the basic recipe for Spanish Rice. If you really want to amp up the flavor, try adding a little cumin and garlic powder! You could even sprinkle in a little oregano.

What is the difference between Spanish Rice and Mexican Rice?

They are very subtle differences. It all has to do with the seasonings. Mexican Rice has cumin in it and it has the flavors similar to red enchilada sauce. Spanish Rice is more tomato based and the flavors are a bit more subdued.

How do I store leftovers?

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat: put a cup or so of Spanish Rice into a microwaveable-safe bowl. Sprinkle with about a tablespoon of water or chicken broth. Cover with paper towel and heat for about 1 minute. Stir to make sure it is evenly warmed through. Microwave for additional 20-30 seconds if necessary.

closeup photo of Spanish rice in a large copper pan.

INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (FULL RECIPE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE POST)

lean ground beef
tomato sauce
prepared white rice
green pepper
onion
salt and pepper
shredded cheddar cheese

lean ground beef, tomato sauce, long grain white rice, green pepper, onion, salt, pepper, shredded cheddar cheese.

HOW TO MAKE SPANISH RICE:

In a large pot, add ground beef, green peppers and onion over medium high heat. Add a dash of salt and pepper to mixture. Cook until ground beef is brown and crumbled and veggies are tender. Drain excess grease.

ground beef, diced green peppers and diced onion in a large skillet.

Put ground beef mixture back into stock pot. Add prepared rice and can of tomato sauce. Stir until thoroughly combined and heated through. Taste and check for seasonings at this point. I usually feel it needs just a bit more salt & pepper. Turn off heat and add cheese (if using) until melted. Stir mixture to combine and serve.

tomato sauce and cooked white rice added to ground beef, green peppers and onion.

Cook’s Note: If you are using boil-in-the-bag rice, you will need 2 bags of rice for this recipe. 2 cups of dry rice will make 4 cups prepared.

Spanish Rice with Ground Beef in a large skillet.

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Spanish Rice Recipe (+Video)

This Spanish Rice recipe is stuffed with cooked rice, tomato sauce, ground beef, peppers, onions and seasoning. Delicious comfort food!

4.87 from 36 votes

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Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Spanish Rice, Spanish Rice Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Servings:

Calories: 475kcal

Author: Brandie @ The Country Cook

Ingredients

▢ 1 pound lean ground beef
▢ 15 ounce can tomato sauce
▢ 1 green pepper diced
▢ 1 medium yellow onion, diced
▢ salt and pepper, to taste
▢ 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese optional
▢ 4 cups white rice prepared

Instructions

In a large stock pot, add ground beef, green peppers and onion over medium high heat. Add a dash of salt and pepper to mixture.
Cook until ground beef is brown and crumbled and veggies are tender. Drain excess grease.
Put ground beef mixture back into stock pot. Add prepared rice and can of tomato sauce.
Stir until thoroughly combined and heated through. Taste and check for seasonings at this point.
Turn off heat and add cheese (if using) until melted.
Stir mixture to combine and serve.

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Notes

If you are using boil-in-the-bag rice, you will need 2 bags of rice for this recipe. 2 cups of dry rice will make 4 cups prepared.
To reheat: put a cup or so of Spanish rice into a microwaveable-safe bowl. Sprinkle with about a tbsp. of water or chicken broth. Cover with paper towel and heat for about 1 minute. Stir to make sure it is evenly warmed through. Microwave for additional 20-30 seconds if necessary.
Try adding additional seasonings. This is just the basic recipe. Try adding a little cumin, garlic powder and/or Mexican oregano!

Nutrition

Nutritional Disclaimer

“The Country Cook” is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is an estimate. If calorie count and other nutritional values are important to you, we recommend running the ingredients through whichever online nutritional calculator you prefer. Calories can vary quite a bit depending on which brands were used.

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Originally published: March 2011
Updated & Republished: April 2019

Spanish Rice Recipe (+Video)

MY MOM'S VERSION OF SPANISH RICE

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

INGREDIENTS NEEDED: (FULL RECIPE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE POST)