This Mexican-style vegetarian rice is a flavorful favorite among locals in San Antonio, Texas.
Prep
22 min
Cook
55 min
Servings
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
0.67 cups diced onion
1.5 cups uncooked white rice
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 ½
, 8 ounce
2 teaspoons salt
1 clove garlic
, minced
0.13 teaspoons powdered saffron
3 cups water
Instructions
1
In a large saucepan, heat vegetable oil over medium-low heat. Place onions in the pan, and sauté until golden.
2
Add rice to the pan, and stir to coat grains with oil. Mix in green bell pepper, cumin, chili powder, tomato sauce, salt, garlic, saffron, and water. Cover, bring to a boil, and then reduce heat to simmer. Cook for 30 to 40 minutes, or until rice is tender. Occasionally stir.
Nutrition per serving
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