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Easy Mexican Rice

Fluffy Easy Mexican Rice That Will Elevate Your Dinner Game

This Easy Mexican Rice is a quick and fluffy side dish that complements any Mexican meal, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 3 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil Substitute with olive or coconut oil for different flavors.
  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice Can use other long-grain varieties.
  • 2 cups chicken stock or broth Use vegetable stock for a vegetarian version.
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce You can substitute with salsa.
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder Adjust to your preferred heat level.
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt Regular salt and garlic powder can be used instead.
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Enhances flavor typical of Mexican cuisine.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas For color and sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes Fresh or canned for juiciness.
  • 1/4 cup green chiles For a zesty kick.

Equipment

  • 4-quart saucepan

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Rinse the uncooked long-grain white rice in a mesh strainer under cold running water until the water runs clear, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. In a 4-quart saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable or canola oil over medium-high heat for about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add the drained rice to the hot oil and sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently.
  4. Add 2 cups of chicken broth, 1/2 cup of tomato sauce, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of ground cumin. Stir well and bring to a rapid boil.
  5. Once boiling, cover with a lid, reduce heat to low, and let it simmer undisturbed for 20 minutes.
  6. After 20 minutes, turn off the heat and let the rice rest for 2-3 minutes with the lid on.
  7. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gSodium: 370mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a quick and simple transformation, try adding frozen peas or diced tomatoes to customize the dish to your liking.

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