Spicy American Spanish Rice

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup long grain white rice
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped

Directions

1. Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes, or until the onion is softened and beginning to brown.
2. Add the rice and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.
3. Add the garlic powder, cumin, paprika, chili powder, and cayenne pepper and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
4. Add the tomatoes and broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
5. Stir in the peas and cilantro and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the peas are heated through.
6. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Interesting Facts

• This dish is great for busy weeknights as it can be prepared in 45 minutes.
• This dish is a great way to use up leftover rice, just substitute cooked rice for the uncooked.
• This dish can be served as a main course or as a side dish.