Description
This quick and flavorful Easy Mexican Rice recipe is a perfect side dish for your favorite Mexican meals. With simple ingredients and a delicious taste, it’s sure to become a new favorite in your recipe collection.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed and drained
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup tomato sauce or blended tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
- 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Heat oil and rice: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the rice and cook, stirring often, until lightly golden and toasted, about 5 minutes.
- Add onion and garlic: Stir in onion and garlic, cooking for 2 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Cook with broth and seasonings: Add chicken broth, tomato sauce, salt, cumin, and chili powder if using. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 18 to 20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Finish and serve: Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, then stir in peas, carrots, and cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For vegetarian rice, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.
- Add diced jalapeños or green chilies for extra spice.
- This rice makes an excellent side dish for tacos, enchiladas, or grilled meats.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 510 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
