Make a batch of Spanish rice quickly and easily in your Instant Pot. This Mexican tomato rice recipe is seasoned with cumin, garlic and chili powder for one delicious side dish.
4ozcanned diced or crushed tomatoes, or tomato sauce
INSTRUCTIONS
Set Instant Pot to SAUTE. Add the olive oil and onions and cook until translucent. Add in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add in rice and saute for 2 minutes. Pour in chicken stock then add cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper. Stir. Pour in tomato sauce but do not stir.
Close lid and turn Instant Pot to Manual or High Pressure and cook for 4 minutes. When the timer beeps, allow pressure to naturally release for 10 minutes, quick release remaining pressure. Carefully, remove lid and fluff rice with a fork. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve immediately.
NOTES
Rinse your rice before adding it to the Instant Pot. This removes starch which can make your rice clumpy and sticky.
Saute the rice before adding the stock. This helps to get a richer and toastier flavor.
Let your Instant Pot naturally release pressure. If you quick release, the rice won't be fully cooked.
NUTRITION
Nutrition Facts
Instant Pot Spanish Rice
Amount Per Serving
Calories 268Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat 8g12%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Cholesterol 2mg1%
Sodium 136mg6%
Potassium 224mg6%
Carbohydrates 43g14%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 5g10%
Vitamin A 103IU2%
Vitamin C 4mg5%
Calcium 31mg3%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.