Latin Yellow Rice

Step 1

In a medium heavy pot with a tight fitting lid, heat oil on medium heat and saute scallions, cilantro and garlic for about 2 minutes.

Step 2

Add tomatoes and saute another minute.

Step 3

Add rice and saute 2 minutes longer, stirring frequently.

Step 4

Add water, bullion cube and sazón.

Step 5

Taste the water for salt and add more to taste.

Step 6

Let water boil on a high flame stirring once.

Step 7

As the water boils down and just barely skims the top of the rice, turn the flame to very low and cover 15 minutes.

Step 8

The steam will cook the rice so do not open.

Step 9

After 15 minutes, shut the flame off and let it sit at least 5 more minutes.

Step 10

This will finish cooking the rice without burning the bottom.