Description
This Mexican Brown Rice, also called Spanish Rice or Red Rice, is made with brown rice for a nutritious side dish that is filled with flavor. Pair it with tacos or serve it with your favorite protein for a tasty meal!
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups brown rice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Instructions
- In a large skillet, add the olive oil and heat over medium heat for 30 seconds.
- Add the brown rice and stir until the rice is evenly coated. Cook over medium heat stirring frequently for 3 minutes.
- Add the garlic and continue to cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the tomato sauce, vegetable broth, and cumin. Stir until combined.
- Turn heat to high, cover with a lid, and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer for 45 minutes or until the moisture has been absorbed and the rice is tender.