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Zojirushi Rice Cooker Recipes: Spanish Rice

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Zojirushi Rice Cooker
Zojirushi Rice Cooker from atastymess.com

Description

Spanish rice is a flavorful and colorful side dish that goes well with a variety of Mexican and Spanish dishes. Making Spanish rice from scratch can be time-consuming and requires constant attention, but with a Zojirushi rice cooker, it's a breeze. This recipe for Spanish rice is easy to follow and produces perfect results every time.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is minimal. It takes about 10 minutes to gather and measure all the ingredients.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is approximately 45 minutes, which includes the time it takes for the rice cooker to come to pressure and the actual cooking time.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups white rice
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces)
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Equipment

To make this recipe, you will need a Zojirushi rice cooker, a measuring cup, a cutting board, a knife, and a can opener.

Method

  1. Rinse the rice in a fine-mesh strainer until the water runs clear.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, salt, chili powder, cumin, and black pepper to the skillet, and stir to combine.
  5. Transfer the rice to the rice cooker.
  6. Pour the tomato mixture over the rice in the rice cooker, and stir to combine.
  7. Close the lid of the rice cooker, and set it to the "white rice" setting.
  8. Once the rice cooker has finished cooking, let it sit for 10 minutes before opening the lid.
  9. Fluff the rice with a fork, and stir in the chopped cilantro, if desired.
  10. Serve the Spanish rice hot.

Notes

If you prefer a spicier Spanish rice, you can add more chili powder or a diced jalapeño pepper to the tomato mixture. You can also substitute vegetable broth for the chicken broth to make this recipe vegetarian or vegan-friendly.

Nutrition Info

This recipe makes 6 servings. Each serving contains approximately:
  • Calories: 244
  • Protein: 4g
  • Carbohydrates: 43g
  • Fat: 6g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sodium: 586mg

Recipe Tips

For best results, use a high-quality white rice such as jasmine or basmati. Be sure to rinse the rice thoroughly to remove excess starch, which can make the rice sticky. If you don't have a Zojirushi rice cooker, you can still make this recipe on the stovetop. Simply follow the same steps, but use a large pot with a tight-fitting lid instead of a rice cooker. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

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