best spanish rice out there
"best spanish rice out there"
Fast, Flavorful Spanish Rice in a Can
Bring bold, authentic flavor to your plate in minutes with La Preferida Spanish Rice – your go-to sidekick for easy side dishes and satisfying bites.
Whether you're feeding a busy family, prepping lunches for the week, or simply don't feel like cooking from scratch, this canned rice has you covered. It delivers rich, tomato-forward flavor with bell peppers and onions in every bite—no chopping or simmering required.
Shelf-stable and ready in just 2 minutes, it’s the ultimate shortcut to a delicious, home-style Mexican meal without the fuss.
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What is Spanish Rice?
Spanish rice — often called Mexican rice — is a seasoned rice dish made with tomatoes, spices, and broth to create a warm, savory flavor.
La Preferida’s version is a ready‑to‑heat Spanish rice mix, offering the convenience of canned Spanish rice with the authentic taste of a homemade side dish. It’s designed for quick meals, making it an easy addition to tacos, burritos, bowls, and weeknight dinners.
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Ingredients: water, rice, onions, tomato paste, green bell peppers, red bell peppers, soybean oil, salt, vinegar, paprika, chile pepper, garlic powder, citric acid
Nutrition Facts: 70 calories | 1g protein | >1g fiber |
See label for full nutrition facts.
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Why You’ll Love Our Canned Spanish Rice
⏱️ Ready in just 2 minutes
Simply heat in the microwave or warm on the stovetop and it’s ready to go.
🌶️ Bold tomato-pepper flavor
Packed with tomato paste, paprika, and both green and red bell peppers for depth and richness.
🌱 Vegan + vegetarian friendly
No animal products, no artificial preservatives. Just wholesome, plant-based goodness.
♻️ Eco-conscious packaging
BPA-free lining ensures your canned rice stays safe without compromising sustainability.
🍳 Ultra-versatile
Use it in burritos, enchiladas, stuffed peppers, casseroles—or just enjoy on its own.
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How to Prepare:
Microwave: Heat in a microwave-safe dish on high for 2 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Stovetop: Warm on low in a saucepan until heated through.
Storage Instructions:
Store unopened Spanish rice cans in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Once opened, transfer any unused rice to an airtight container and refrigerate. For best quality, use within 3–4 days. Proper storage helps maintain the flavor and texture of your canned Spanish rice and keeps it ready for quick meals and recipes.
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Quick Uses for Spanish Rice in a Can:
- Stuff into bell peppers for an easy weeknight meal. Like our Authentic Mexican Stuffed Peppers Recipe.
- Use as a burrito or taco filling
- Mix with beans and salsa for a quick rice bowl
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What Our Customers Are Saying:
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“Great in recipes” – Dale N.
“I love this product. It’s the perfect shortcut for quick meals and works great in all kinds of recipes.”
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“A little known product with many usable possibilities” – Deb C.
“I make casseroles with this rice, ground beef, and tomato sauce. Super versatile, fast to make, and full of flavor.”
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“Authentic mexican flavor” – Maggie L.
“Best authentic Mexican rice for cooking at home. Tastes just like what I grew up with.”
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“Superb” – Sammy C.
“I like it with browned ground beef. Bring it to a boil and it’s ready to go—quick and easy!”
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“Great flavor” – Robert A.
“I use this in Mexican casseroles and it never disappoints. It’s an essential ingredient in our house.”
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Overall rating: 3.9666667 / 5 from 90 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
La Preferida Spanish Rice offers a quick, flavorful solution for home-style Mexican meals. Ready in just 2 minutes, it provides a bold tomato-pepper taste and is vegan-friendly. Customers appreciate its versatility and authentic flavor, making it a convenient option for various dishes.
Summary topics
- Convenience of Spanish Rice: 20%
- Authentic Mexican Flavor: 27%
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Review highlights
- "Product has the right consistency, flavor and texture for my recipes." —
- "My son loves Fritos casserole and the Spanish rice is an important ingredient." —
- "This Spanish rice is tasty and juicy." —
Reviews
Best rice ever!!!!!
"Best rice ever!!!!!"
Great in recipes
"I love this product."
High Vinegar Smell
"Not Real Spanish Rice, the contents are less than."
It was really funky
"The taste of it wan not even Spanish"
Way too much sodium and water.
"The excessive amounts of sodium and water turns this into a very salty rice mush. You can still taste a bit of the Spanish Rice flavor but the saltiness is overpowering. You're also not getting as much value for your money due to how watery this is. The cans themselves don't have an easy open lid and 7 of the 12 cans were dented."
Pretty good
"Will buy again"
Canned ricea prererida gooey mess. Tomales are good.
"A mess of a rice."
Disappointed!
"Seller delivered mdse quickly. Pleased with seller, but the Spanish Rice just wasn't very good. I've had Spanish rice & it was very good. But it wasn't this brand! Will not buy again!"
Canned Spanish rice is not for me
"It’s more like Spanish rice soup. Mainly just rice and soupy water. very little peppers, couldn’t find any onions in it and about 2 or 3 tomato bits. It’s nothing like the boxed Spanish rice. I won’t be buying again. I’m going back to the boxed Spanish rice. It’s 💯% better than this canned stuff. Just my opinion tho."