SPANISH RICE II

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Rice is sauteed with onion and green bell pepper, and then simmered with water, chopped tomatoes and spices.

Provided by JOHN MAC

Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes Spanish Rice Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup uncooked white rice
1 onion, chopped
½ green bell pepper, chopped
2 cups water
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles
2 teaspoons chili powder, or to taste
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Saute rice, onion, and bell pepper until rice is browned and onions are tender.
Stir in water and tomatoes. Season with chili powder and salt. Cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, or until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.7 calories, Carbohydrate 45.7 g, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 881.5 mg, Sugar 2.2 g