Mexican Rice Recipe (Easy and Flavorful)
Elevate your dining experience with this vibrant Mexican Rice Recipe, a quick and flavorful side dish that transforms ordinary white rice into a colorful delight. With its blend of spices, fresh vegetables, and aromatic ingredients, this easy recipe is perfect for family meals, gatherings, or as a comforting weeknight choice. In just 30 minutes, you can create a dish that not only complements grilled chicken or tacos but also stands out on its own. Whether you’re looking to spice things up with jalapenos or keep it mild with additional veggies, this versatile recipe allows for endless customization.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- ½ red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 small jalapeno (seeded and finely diced)
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- Kosher salt (to taste)
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 1 cup vegetable or chicken broth
- Optional: finely chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the rice in a fine mesh sieve until water runs clear.
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Sauté diced onion, minced garlic, red bell pepper, and jalapeno for 1-2 minutes until onions are translucent.
- Add the washed rice to the pan and sauté until lightly toasted (about 2 minutes).
- Stir in cumin, salt, tomato sauce, and broth; mix well.
- Bring mixture to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for about 15 minutes until rice is cooked through.
- Remove from heat and fluff the rice with a fork before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg