Ninja Foodi Or Instant Pot Spanish Rice
My Ninja Foodi or Instant Pot Spanish Rice is one festive maid dish or even side recipe to make. You have tender rice, peppers, spices, ground beef and more that come together to make this a showstopping dish. Add some cornbread to call it a meal, or serve as a side to your main dish.
Now, some call this Mexican rice while others prefer the term Spanish rice. However you like to call it, we all can agree it is tasty as can be. Nothing beats a good rice dish in my books! Plus with the Ninja Foodi it really locks in the flavors and reaches a high pressure so the flavors truly infuse together as it cooks.
This also pairs perfectly with a fajita dinner. My Instant Pot Chicken Fajita’s are always a hit as well as my Instant Pot Sous Vide Steak Fajita’s. Having a more casual meal, pair the rice with these delicious Ham and Cheese Ninja Foodi Stromboli.
Simple Ninja Foodi Spanish Rice
When cooking in the Ninja Foodi or even my Instant Pot I prefer to use long grain rice. I find that it withstands the pressure and when you hit that release of pressure and lift the lid, you get light and fluffy rice. This is a recipe that wouldn’t work with say minute rice. It could break down too much as it is cooking and leave you a more mushy mess.
Another thing I want to touch on is the spice factor. You can always amplify the flavor by adding in more spices once it is done cooking to add an element of spice if you want. I start at a normal amount and then allow each member to adjust to their liking. You can’t take away the heat if you add too much to start with. And people could always even add in a dash of hot sauce to mix in for added heat.
What Ingredients Are In Spanish Rice
For my recipe, I love to use ground beef, fresh onion, peppers, garlic, and then tomato juice, and some seasonings, and rice. Then toss in the Ninja Foodi and let it work its magic by pressurizing and really giving it that low and slow-simmered taste in a fraction of the time.
I hope you all enjoy my Spanish Rice recipe. I have really loved using my Ninja for making rice dishes. Because it offers the electric pressure cooker feature it really helps marry the flavors quickly and I end up with fluffy rice each and every time. Sometimes I would always run low on liquid as it cooked down on the stove but with my Foodi, it locks in the liquid as it cooks to really deepen and enhance the flavors.
Ninja Foodi or Instant Pot Spanish Rice
Absolutely delicious Ninja Foodi Or Instant Pot Spanish Rice is so reminiscent of my moms old Spanish rice recipe. Loaded with chopped meat making this a hearty rice.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion chopped
- 1 chopped green pepper chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 Cups tomato or vegetable juice
- 1 cup uncooked long grain rice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Press Sear/Saute, High and then press Start. Brown the ground beef, drain excess oil.
- Add in the onion, green pepper, garlic and chili powder. Cook until the vegetables are tender.
- Add in remaining ingredients, give it a stir to combine.
- Place your pressure lid on and secure.
- Press, Pressure cook, change temp to Low. Set time to 12 minutes.
- Do a quick release.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 273Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 67mgSodium: 359mgCarbohydrates: 14gFiber: 2gSugar: 4gProtein: 23g
I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!
