Rich Spanish Rice Beans (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Main components

01 - 1 (15 oz) can (270 g) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
02 - 1 ¼ cups (300 ml) veggie broth (add more if your rice needs it)
03 - 1 ½ cups (300 g) uncooked long-grain white rice like Jasmine or Basmati
04 - ½ cup (65 g) green olives, sliced in half if you want
05 - 1 ¼ cups (300 g) salsa
06 - Handful of chopped cilantro or parsley to finish

→ Spices

07 - 1 tsp dried oregano
08 - Pinch of red pepper flakes
09 - 1 tsp ground cumin
10 - Salt and pepper to your liking
11 - 1 tsp sweet paprika
12 - ½ tsp smoked paprika

→ Base ingredients

13 - 3-4 garlic cloves, minced
14 - 1 medium red bell pepper, finely chopped
15 - 1 medium onion, diced small
16 - 1 tbsp oil (or swap for veggie broth if you don't use oil)

# Instructions:

01 - Once your dish is finished, scoop into bowls and eat right away. Stash any leftovers in a covered container in the fridge for up to three days.
02 - Take the lid off and turn off the stovetop. Toss in the kidney beans and green olives if using, give everything a good stir. Sprinkle on your fresh herbs and taste. Add extra spices or salt if you want.
03 - Drop the heat to low, pop the lid on your pot or skillet, and let everything cook gently for about 15–20 minutes. Don’t peek or stir while it simmers. Check the rice package if you’re not sure about the timing.
04 - Pour in the drained rice with the salsa and veggie broth. Give it a quick mix and bring it to a boil. Use more or less broth depending on your rice type.
05 - Sizzle the onion and red pepper in some oil on medium heat until they soften (about 3 minutes). After that, stir in garlic and all your spices (cumin, both paprikas, oregano, red pepper flakes) and let cook for a minute more.
06 - Soak your uncooked rice in a bowl of cold or lukewarm water for at least 10 minutes—30 is even better. Drain and set aside. Dice up onion, chop bell pepper, mince your garlic, and get everything else ready to go.

# Notes:

01 - Head to the full blog post for lots of tips, ways you can change things up, and how to make this in an Instant Pot.

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