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Close-up of easy Mexican rice recipe in a skillet, garnished with cilantro, tomatoes, and corn.

Easy Mexican Rice


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  • Author: Elisa
  • Total Time: 30 min
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Simple recipe for flavorful Mexican rice.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse rice until water is clear.
  2. Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add rice and cook, stirring, until lightly toasted.
  3. Add onion and garlic; cook until softened.
  4. Stir in tomato sauce, chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
  6. Fluff with a fork before serving.

Notes

  • For spicier rice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
  • Prep Time: 5 min
  • Cook Time: 25 min
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg