Rice with Jalapenos

Spice up your side dish game with this vibrant Rice with Jalapeños recipe that combines fluffy long-grain white rice with bold flavors in every bite! Perfectly spiced with fresh jalapeños—adjustable for your desired heat level—along with aromatic garlic, onion, and a touch of earthy cumin, this dish is far from ordinary. Toasting the rice ensures a nutty, fragrant base, while simmering it with flavorful seasonings creates a tantalizing balance of smoky spice and savory goodness. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and herbal zest, and pair it with grilled meats, tacos, or vegetarian mains for a crowd-pleasing side. Ready in under 35 minutes, this easy recipe is designed to impress while keeping things simple. Ideal keywords: spicy rice, jalapeño rice recipe, flavorful rice dish, Tex-Mex side dish, easy rice recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 whole jalapeños
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 small onion
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and prevents the rice from being too sticky.

Step 2

Finely dice the jalapeños (remove seeds and membranes if you prefer less heat), mince the garlic cloves, and finely chop the small onion.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until soft and translucent.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and diced jalapeños, and cook for another 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the rice to the saucepan and stir well to coat it evenly with the oil and aromatics. Toast the rice for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Add the water, salt, ground cumin, and black pepper. Stir everything together and bring to a boil.

Step 8

Once the water reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until the water is fully absorbed and the rice is tender.

Step 9

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for another 5 minutes to allow the rice to finish steaming.

Step 10

Fluff the rice with a fork, garnish with freshly chopped cilantro if desired, and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	922.9 grams (922.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	601

Total Fat 29.60g	38%
Saturated Fat 4.60g	23%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2385mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 76.30g	28%
Dietary Fiber 5.40g	19%
Total Sugars 8.60g
Protein 8.80g	18%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 104mg	8%
Iron 4mg	23%
Potassium 542mg	12%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.9%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 50.3%