Best Lone Star Rice Recipes

Lone Star Rice image

Provided by Vickie Parks

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 c chopped onion
1/4 c chopped green bell pepper
2 Tbsp cooking oil
1 c uncooked long-grain white rice
1/2 c canned tomatoes with green chilies
1/4 tsp ground turmeric
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp garlic powder
2 c water
2-3 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

1. In a skillet, sauté the onion and green pepper in oil for about 2 minutes.
2. Add the rice and stir until coated with oil.
3. Add the tomatoes, turmeric, cumin, salt, garlic powder and water, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer about 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
4. Stir in fresh chopped cilantro, and serve.

Lone Star Spanish Rice image

Provided by Delish

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup rice
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 1/2 cups chicken broth or 2 1/2 cups beef broth
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon oregano
16 ounces canned pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1/3 cup salsa
1/4 cup sliced green onion

Steps:

Cook rice and garlic in oil in a 2 quart saucepan until rice is lightly browned, about 2-3 minutes.
Add broth, cumin, and oregano; bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and cover tightly. Simmer for 20 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in beans.
Let stand until all liquid is reabsorbed, about 5 minutes.
Stir in salsa and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.4, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 621.4, Carbohydrate 39.4, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 1, Protein 8.3