Trader Joe's is helping you get dinner on the table faster with its new Spanish Style Rice.
Spanish rice – also known as Mexican rice or arroz rojo – is a savory, aromatic blend of skillet-toasted rice blended with garlic and tomatoes. This flavorful combination of ingredients gives the rice a beautiful red and yellow hue, which pairs perfectly with enchiladas, grilled seafood, roast chicken, and more.
Now, Trader Joe’s Spanish Style Rice offers an easy way to ensure this signature side dish, without all the prep. The Trader Joe's product consists of " two pouches of pre-prepared Spanish Style Rice that can go from your freezer to your dinner plate in a manner of minutes." In fact, it takes less than five minutes to microwave this rice
Pre-Prepared Spanish Rice Pouches
Trader Joe's New Spanish Style Rice Makes for a Quick Side Dish
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