Spanish Rice

1.5 T
1 c
1/4
2 cloves
1
1
3/4 t
1/2 t
2 1/2 c
1/2 c
SOME
1/2 t
1/3 c
1
2 T
oil
white long-grain rice
onion, diced
garlic, minced
small roma tomato, diced
jalapeno or 1/2 bell, seeded/de-veined
ground cumin
salt
water (total of 3 c liquid)
tomato sauce (or 1/4 c water, 1/4 c paste)
OPTIONAL INGREDIENTS:
paprika or chili powder
cubed chicken
juice of small lime
finely chopped cilantro
Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. When hot, add rice and stir constantly about 5 minutes until the rice begins to lightly brown. Add vegetables and spices and stir 2 more minutes. Add water and sauce, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover with a tight lid, and simmer 20-25 min until the water is gone. Stir in lime juice and cilantro. Remove from heat and let sit for 5 min, covered. Serves 8.

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