Spanish Brown Rice

  • Olive oil
  • 1.5 cups brown rice
  • 1 3/4 cups water (or broth)
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (or freshly chopped)
  • 1/4 onion
  • 1 tbsp garlic
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne powder (or add diced spicy chilis depending on spice tolerance)
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • seasonal diced chilis

Pressure Cooker Directions

  1. Set pressure cooker to sauté and add oil
  2. Add chopped onions. chilis (if adding) and garlic and allow to brown a few minutes
  3. Add rice and seasonings and continue cooking about 2 minutes
  4. Stir in tomatoes, then add water/broth
  5. Set pressure to high and pressure cook 15 minutes
  6. Slow release for an additional 10 minutes

Stovetop / Oven Directions

  1. Set oven to 400 degrees
  2. In a dutch oven or oven-safe large saucepan, add onions, garlic and oil
  3. Add rice and brown for a few minutes
  4. Add tomatoes, water/broth, and seasoning bring to a simmer
  5. Cover with lid and transfer to the oven. Cook

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