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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.