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Mexican Rice Recipe

A simple and delicious Mexican rice recipe that's perfect as a side dish.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots

Instructions: 

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add rice and cook, stirring constantly, until golden brown.
  • Add garlic and onion, and cook until tender.
  • Stir in tomato sauce and chicken broth, and bring to a boil.
  • Add salt and cumin. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Stir in peas and carrots, cover, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  • Fluff with a fork and serve.

Notes:

For a spicier version, add a chopped jalapeño with the garlic and onion.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Keywords:

Keyword Mexican Rice, Rice, Side Dish
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