Cuban Rice

• For 4 people
• Preparation time : 45 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 2

Ingredients

• Cuban Rice
  • Rice : 1 cup
  • Olive Oil : 2 tbsp
  • Onion (chopped) : 1 medium
  • Garlic (minced) : 2 cloves
  • Red Bell Pepper (diced) : 1 medium
  • Tomato (diced) : 1 large
  • Chicken Broth : 2 cups
  • Paprika : 1 tsp
  • Salt : 1/2 tsp
  • Black Pepper : 1/4 tsp
  • Peas : 1/2 cup
  • Lemon (for garnish) : 1

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Steps

• Preheat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
• Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant.
• Add the diced red bell pepper and tomato, cook until softened.
• Stir in the rice, paprika, salt, and black pepper, cook for 2 minutes.
• Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
• Add the peas, cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
• Remove from heat, let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
• Fluff the rice with a fork, squeeze lemon juice on top, and serve.

Tips

• Use a long-grain rice like jasmine or basmati for the best texture.
• You can add cooked chicken or shrimp for a protein boost.

Information

• Cuban Rice is a versatile dish that can be served as a main course or as a side dish to complement other Spanish dishes.