Ingredients

  • 2 cups white rice (raw)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 onion (medium, chopped)
  • 1 poblano pepper (chopped)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 ounces tomato sauce
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 12 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon cumin

Method

  • In large skillet over medium-high heat cook rice for approximately 5 minutes, add onion and poblano pepper.
  • Continue to cook until rice is browned and onions are soft and tender.
  • Stirring constantly, you do not want the rice to burn.
  • Add garlic and the 1 tablespoon tomato paste, stirring well.
  • Add tomato sauce, broth and cumin.
  • Reduce heat to low-- cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until rice is done and fluffy.