Description
Mexican rice is a colorful and flavorful dish that adds a touch of fiesta to any meal. This easy-to-make recipe features fluffy long-grain white rice simmered in zesty tomato sauce and aromatic spices, making it the perfect side for tacos, grilled meats, or even as a standalone vegetarian delight. With its customizable ingredients, this dish ensures warmth and happiness at your dinner table.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until clear.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat vegetable oil. Sauté onion and garlic for about 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the rinsed rice and toast for 2 minutes until slightly golden.
- Stir in chicken broth, tomato sauce, cumin, and chili powder; mix well.
- Bring to a boil, cover with a lid, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
- Let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork and stirring in cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg