Step 1

Place your rice in the rice strainer and rinse with cold water until the water that drains from the strainer runs clear. Then, finely chop onions and bell peppers. If you’re grinding spices yourself, grind up your spices and measure out your seasoning mix for your rice.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in your saucepan by setting your burners to medium heat and saute the onions, peppers and any other vegetable additions until they have softened, then add in your rice and saute until the rice is lightly toasted. Sauteeing your rice adds a deep, nutty flavor that enhances the overall taste of the dish.

Step 3

Stir in your broth, tomato sauce, lemon juice and customized seasoning blend, then bring the mixture to a boil by setting your stove to medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce to a gentle simmer and cover with a lid. Continue cooking until all the liquid has been absorbed by the rice, then remove the lid and fluff the rice with a fork and serve.