Learn how to make flavorful Spanish rice in a fraction of the time with this easy pressure cooker recipe. This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or as a side dish for your favorite Mexican-inspired meals. The pressure cooker helps to infuse the rice with all the delicious flavors of tomatoes, onions, and spices, making it incredibly tasty and aromatic. With a few simple ingredients and some pantry staples, you can create this delicious Spanish rice in no time!
Ingredients
- 2 cups long-grain white rice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside.
- Select the sauté function on your pressure cooker and heat olive oil.
- Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced bell peppers. Sauté until the vegetables are tender and fragrant.
- Add the rinsed rice to the pressure cooker and stir well to coat the rice with the vegetable mixture.
- Add the diced tomatoes, diced tomatoes with green chilies, chicken or vegetable broth, cumin, paprika, and chili powder to the pressure cooker. Stir well to combine.
- Secure the lid on the pressure cooker and set the cooking time to 4 minutes on high pressure.
- Once the cooking time is complete, use the quick release valve to release the pressure. Carefully remove the lid.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the Spanish rice hot as a side dish or as a base for your favorite Mexican dishes.
