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Slow Cooker Spanish Brown Rice
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Looking for a savory side dish? This slow cooked rice recipe gives Spanish rice a new twist by using brown rice instead of white.
serves/makes:
ready in:
2-5 hrs
2-5 hrs
3 reviews
ingredients
1 onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
2 tomatoes, peeled, chopped
1 can (15 ounce size) tomato sauce
1 1/2 cup water
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 cup uncooked long grain brown rice
2 tablespoons salsa
directions
Combine all the ingredients in the crock pot. Stir well to mix.
Cover the crock pot and cook on high heat for 2-3 hours or until the rice is tender.
Stir gently before serving.
crock pot notes
Crock pots/slow cookers all heat differently. There is no standard among manufacturers. Cooking times are suggested guidelines based on our testing. Please adjust cooking times and temps to work with your brand and model of slow cooker.recipe tips
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a chopped jalapeno to the dish.
To make the dish more filling, stir in cooked ground beef or shredded chicken before serving.
If the rice is too dry, stir in a bit of chicken or vegetable broth to moisten it before serving.
To add a smoky flavor, stir in a teaspoon of smoked paprika or chipotle powder to the dish before cooking.
common recipe questions
Can I use white rice instead of brown rice?
You can substitute white rice for brown rice, but adjust the cooking time accordingly as white rice cooks faster than brown rice.
Do I have to use a crockpot for this recipe?
While a crockpot is convenient for slow cooking, you can also prepare this dish on the stovetop by simmering the ingredients in a pot until the rice is tender.
Can I add other vegetables to this recipe?
You can extra vegetables like corn, peas, or black beans. Just adjust the cooking time if needed.
Is it necessary to peel the tomatoes?
Peeling the tomatoes is optional, but it can help create a smoother texture in the dish.
Can I cook this on low instead of high in the crock pot?
It really depends on your crock pot. Some don't heat "hot" enough on low and will cause the rice to end up mushy. An alternative is to simmer the recipe without the rice or water, cook the rice in the water on the stovetop, and add the cooked rice in during the last 30 minutes or so of the cook time.
Can I make this recipe ahead of time?
You can prepare the Spanish brown rice ahead of time and reheat it in the microwave before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
tools needed
Sharp Knife: To dice the onion, green bell pepper, and tomatoes for this hearty Spanish brown rice recipe.
Can Opener: To open the can of tomato sauce.
Measuring Cup: For measuring out the water and rice.
Measuring Spoons: For accurately adding the chili powder, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and salsa to season the Spanish brown rice.
Crock Pot: An essential tool for slow cooking the ingredients together.
Stirring Spoon: To mix all the ingredients together in the crock pot.
what goes with it?
Grilled Chicken: Pair this flavorful rice with juicy grilled chicken for a Southwestern-inspired meal.
Avocado Salad: Serve this rice alongside a fresh avocado salad to add a creamy and cooling contrast to the spiciness of the dish.
Black Bean Tacos: Use this Spanish brown rice as a filling for vegetarian black bean tacos. The textures and flavors will work together beautifully.
Grilled Shrimp Skewers: skewer some shrimp and throw them on the grill. Serve them over a bed of the Spanish rice.
Chipotle Lime Black Beans: the smoky heat of chipotle and the zing of lime in the black beans will be the perfect complement to the rice.
nutrition data
Nutritional data has not been calculated yet.
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reviews & comments
February 25, 2014
I liked this but I used white rice instead of brown. Good seasoning though.
March 20, 2010
Made this recipe tonight for family. I think the portion of rice might be off since the result was gummy brown rice. I would increase the rice to a full cup and maybe add a 1/4 of water. It did result in a fairly tasty dish, but the texture was lacking.
March 4, 2008
I did not enjoy this one. The rice cooked up lovely in the crock pot, which I worried about, that wasn't the problem it was the overall flavor. I think though it can be improved. Firstly by getting rid of that chili powder. Next time I'm going to fry up some bacon to put in it and use more salsa, less tomato sauce.