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Mexican Rice
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Mexican Rice
A flavorful and aromatic Mexican rice dish made with tomatoes, onions, garlic, and spices. This recipe is perfect for accompanying your favorite Mexican dishes, such as tacos, enchiladas, and burritos. The combination of sautéed onions, garlic, and tomatoes creates a rich and savory flavor profile that complements the fluffy and slightly spicy rice. This recipe is easy to make and can be customized to suit your taste preferences.
Time Cook
20
Level
Beginner
Calories
250
Allergens
Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 cup
Uncooked white rice
110 Calories
2 tablespoons
Vegetable oil
190 Calories
1 medium
Onion
44 Calories
2 cloves
Garlic
10 Calories
1 medium
Tomato
22 Calories
1 teaspoon
Cumin powder
6 Calories
1/2 teaspoon
Paprika
3 Calories
1/2 teaspoon
Salt
0 Calories
1/4 teaspoon
Black pepper
1 Calories
2 cups
Chicken broth
140 Calories
1/4 cup
Fresh cilantro
1 Calories
Step-by-Step Instructions
1
Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
2
Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
3
Add the tomato and cook for 2-3 minutes, until it starts to soften.
4
Add the cumin powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute, until the spices are fragrant.
5
Add the rice and stir to coat the rice with the oil and spices. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
6
Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until the rice is cooked and fluffy.
7
Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve hot.
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