spanish rice
Definition
Noun: 1. A dish of spicy rice cooked with tomatoes, onions, and green peppers: Spanish rice refers to a seasoned rice dish, often with a reddish or orange hue from tomatoes and spices, typically served as a side.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The main course was served with a side of flavorful Spanish rice.
- For the potluck, she prepared a large batch of Spanish rice.
- This recipe for Spanish rice calls for chili powder and cumin.
Advanced Usage
- While "Spanish rice" is a common name for this dish in some regions, it may be known as Mexican rice or arroz rojo in other contexts, though recipes can vary slightly.
Variants and Related Words
- Mexican rice (n): A very similar dish of seasoned rice with tomatoes, onions, and peppers. The terms are often used interchangeably.
- Arroz rojo (n): The Spanish term for "red rice," directly describing the dish.
Synonyms
- Seasoned rice
- Mexican rice (in many contexts)
Related Phrases
- Spanish rice and beans: A common combination where the rice is served with beans.
- The cafeteria's special today is Spanish rice and beans.
Noun
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spicy rice with tomatoes and onions and green peppers
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