Mexican Rice (Reduced Sodium Recipe) 🍚
Description:
Indulge in the flavors of Mexico with this delightful Mexican Rice recipe, crafted to bring you all the traditional taste with a reduced sodium twist, making it perfect for those watching their salt intake.
Recipe Category: Mexican 🇲🇽
Keywords: Weeknight, Beginner Cook, Stove Top, < 4 Hours, Easy, Inexpensive
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 306.3
- Fat Content: 3.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 1231.6mg (Reduced Sodium)
- Carbohydrate Content: 61.8g
- Fiber Content: 2.7g
- Sugar Content: 16.5g
- Protein Content: 6.2g
Servings: 4
Yield: 4 cups, approximately
Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantities |
|---|---|
| Olive oil | 1 tbsp |
| Onion | 1 |
| Carrot | 1/2 |
| Celery | 1/2 |
| Garlic | 2 cloves |
| Long-grain rice | 1 cup |
| Tomatoes | 3/4 cup |
| Low sodium soy sauce | 1 tbsp |
| Green chili | 1 |
| Water | 1 3/4 cups |
| Dried oregano | 1 tsp |
| Fresh cilantro | 1/4 cup |
| Reduced sodium soy sauce | 1 tbsp |
| Molasses | 1 tsp |
| Dark brown sugar | 2 tsp |
Instructions:
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Prepare Low Sodium Soy Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the reduced sodium soy sauce, molasses, and dark brown sugar until the sugar is completely dissolved. Set aside.
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Sauté Aromatic Vegetables:
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Add chopped onion, carrot, celery, and minced garlic to the pan.
- Sauté the vegetables for about 8 minutes or until the onion turns golden brown, releasing their aromatic flavors.
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Add Rice and Tomatoes:
- Once the vegetables are sautéed, add the long-grain rice and diced tomatoes to the saucepan.
- Pour in the low sodium soy sauce mixture along with chopped green chili for a hint of spice.
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Simmer with Liquid:
- Pour water into the saucepan, followed by vegetable broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let the rice simmer for approximately 30 minutes. This allows the rice to absorb the flavors while becoming tender, and the liquid should be almost absorbed.
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Infuse with Herbs:
- Once the rice is cooked to perfection, stir in dried oregano and freshly chopped cilantro. This adds a burst of freshness and fragrance to the dish.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Remove the Mexican rice from the heat and fluff it with a fork.
- Serve hot as a delicious side dish alongside your favorite Mexican entrees or enjoy it on its own for a flavorful meal bursting with authentic Mexican flavors.
Whether you’re a beginner cook or a seasoned chef, this Mexican Rice recipe is guaranteed to be a hit at your dinner table. With its reduced sodium content, it’s not only delicious but also healthier without compromising on taste. Try it out for your next weeknight dinner and transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Mexico! 🌶️🍅
