Absolutely! Let’s dive into the tantalizing world of Mexican Rice, a dish that’s vibrant with flavors and textures, perfect for any occasion 🌟.
Mexican Rice Recipe
🕒 Time Table
| Preparation Time | Cook Time | Total Time |
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| 15 minutes | 25 minutes | 40 minutes |
🥘 Ingredients
- 1/3 cup diced chilies 🌶️
- 3/4 cup diced poblano chile 🌶️
- 2 medium onions, chopped 🧅
- 1 cup plum tomatoes, diced 🍅
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 🌿
- 4 cups tomato sauce 🍅
- 1 – 2 cups warm water 💧
- 1/2 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules 🍗
- 1/2 chicken bouillon cube 🍗
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 🌿
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 🌿
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic granules 🧄
- 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper 🌶️
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 🫒
- 2 cups long-grain rice 🍚
📝 Instructions
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Prepare Veggies: Start by getting your veggies ready. Dice the chilies, poblano chile, onions, plum tomatoes, and chop the fresh cilantro. Set them aside for now.
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Mix Tomato Sauce: In a bowl, combine the tomato sauce, warm water, chicken bouillon granules, ground coriander, ground cumin, garlic granules, black pepper, and half of the chopped cilantro. Stir everything together until well combined. This flavorful mixture is what will give your rice that delicious Mexican flair! Set it aside for later.
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Saute Rice: Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the long-grain rice to the pan and stir it around, coating it well with the oil. Allow the rice to saute until it just starts to turn translucent.
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Add Veggies: Next, add in the diced chilies and onions to the rice. Stir everything together and continue to saute until the veggies start to soften, and the rice gets some lovely golden brown spots. Keep stirring frequently to prevent burning.
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Incorporate Tomato Sauce: Now, it’s time to introduce the tomato sauce mixture to the rice party! Pour the tomato sauce mixture into the saucepan with the rice and veggies. Be careful of the steam when you do this!
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Simmer and Cook: Adjust the heat to a gentle simmer. Cover the saucepan with a lid and let the rice cook for about 15 minutes. Give it a gentle stir once after 5-6 minutes to ensure everything cooks evenly.
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Finish with Cilantro: Once the rice is cooked through and all the liquid is absorbed, turn off the heat. Add the remaining half of the chopped cilantro to the rice and gently fluff everything up with a fork. This helps to combine all the flavors and fluff up the rice beautifully.
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Serve and Enjoy: Your Mexican Rice is now ready to be served! 🎉 This dish is perfect as a side to your favorite Mexican-inspired mains, or even as a flavorful base for burrito bowls, tacos, or simply enjoyed on its own.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
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Serve this delicious Mexican Rice alongside juicy grilled chicken, flavorful carne asada, or tender carnitas for a complete meal bursting with Mexican flavors.
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Use it as a base for burrito bowls by topping it with black beans, salsa, avocado slices, and a dollop of sour cream for a hearty and satisfying meal.
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Wrap it up in warm tortillas with your favorite fillings for quick and tasty burritos that the whole family will love.
🥗 Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 409.8
- Fat: 4.4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Cholesterol: 0.1mg
- Sodium: 407.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 83.4g
- Fiber: 3.1g
- Sugar: 4.7g
- Protein: 8.3g
This Mexican Rice recipe is not only bursting with flavor but also packs a punch in the nutrition department. It’s low in cholesterol, healthy, and perfect for those looking for a flavorful yet wholesome dish. So go ahead, whip up a batch of this delectable rice, and transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Mexico! 🌮🇲🇽
