Mexican Rice
Looking for the perfect side dish to spice up your meal? This Mexican Rice recipe delivers vibrant flavor with every bite! Packed with savory seasonings, tomatoes, and a hint of spice, it’s the ideal complement to any Mexican feast or as a standalone star. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy—your taste buds are in for a treat!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 44 minutes
- Total Time: 54 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 cups long grain rice
- 1 small white onion, finely chopped
- 2 large cloves garlic, minced or pressed
- 8 oz tomato sauce
- 3 cups chicken broth (or 3 cups water and 1 cube of chicken flavored bouillon)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
Instructions
- Rinse the rice until the water runs mostly clear, set aside, and allow to completely drain any water.
- In a large saucepan over high heat, add 1 tablespoon of oil. When the oil is hot, add the rice and gently stir (use caution as any residual water on the rice may cause the oil to pop). Reduce the heat to medium-high. Stir frequently until the rice is lightly toasted and golden (about 8-12 minutes)
- Add the diced onions and minced garlic. Cook until onions are soft and translucent, 3-5 minutes.
- Add tomato sauce, chicken broth, cumin and salt. Stir to combine.
- Increase heat to high and bring just to a boil. Cover. Reduce heat to low and cook for 18-20 minutes or until all moisture is absorbed. Remove from heat.
- Allow rice to rest for 10 minutes.
- Fluff rice with a fork and serve.
Find it online: https://foodienoise.com/mexican-rice/