Spanish Rice II
Rice is sauteed with onion and green bell pepper, and then simmered with water, chopped tomatoes and spices.
Servings per recipe: 4
Calories per serving: 270
Preparation time: 10m
Total cooking time: 40m
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1/2 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
Directions:
- 1 Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Saute rice, onion, and bell pepper until rice is browned and onions are tender.
- 2 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.
Nutrion facts:
Total Fat | 7.6g | 12% |
Saturated Fat | 1.0g | |
Cholesterol | 0mg | |
Sodium | 882mg | 35% |
Potassium | 219mg | 6% |
Total Carbohydrates | 45.7g | 15% |
Dietary Fiber | 2.5g | 10% |
Protein | 4.8g | 10% |
Sugars | 2g | |
Vitamin A | 754IU | |
Vitamin C | 18mg | |
Calcium | 42mg | |
Iron | 2mg | |
Thiamin | 0mg | |
Niacin | 4mg | |
Vitamin B6 | 0mg | |
Magnesium | 32mg | |
Folate | 95mcg |