TEXAS-STYLE SPANISH RICE
The original version of this recipe was given to me by a Mexican friend, but I've modified the spices to suit my family's tastes. It's become a favorite at our house-see if it doesn't do the same at yours! -Melissa Pride, Plano, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a skillet, saute 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.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 279mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
TEXAS STYLE PESTO WITH PORK TENDERLOIN AND SPANISH RICE
Steps:
- Prepare the pesto by combining all of the ingredients in a food processor and blending well. Set aside until ready to use.
- To prepare the Spanish rice, heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Saute the onions, bell peppers, and garlic, and cook for approximately 5 minutes. Add the chicken stock and rice to the pot and stir gently. Bring the liquid to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a hot skillet, sear all of the pork tenderloins to seal in the juices and finish cooking in the oven for 30 to 45 minutes. When ready, slice against grain of meat and serve.
- To plate, place a spoonful of the rice on a plate, top with slices of pork tenderloin, and drizzle some of the pesto on top of the pork. Garnish with cilantro.
TEXAS-STYLE SPANISH RICE
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 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.© Copyright Reiman Publications, 1993-1997
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