Best 10 Mexican Inspired Brown Rice Pilaf Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to savor the flavors of Mexico with this "Mexican Inspired Brown Rice Pilaf" recipe article. We'll guide you through the process of creating a delightful and nutritious dish that combines the vibrant flavors of Mexican spices with the wholesome goodness of brown rice. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a fiesta of flavors that will transport you to the heart of Mexico.

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MEXICAN INSPIRED BROWN RICE



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Easy and simple one-pot Mexican inspired brown rice.

Provided by Allie

Categories     Main Course

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup uncooked brown rice
1¾ cups water (plus a couple of extra tablespoons as needed)
½ cup salsa
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt (optional)
fresh chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Add the brown rice, water, salsa, cumin, and salt to a pot.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, and cook covered for 40 minutes or until the rice is done. If your salsa is very chunky you may need a couple of extra tablespoons of water.
  • When the rice is cooked remove it from the heat and keep the lid on to steam for 10 minutes. Then fluff the rice and garnish with fresh cilantro for more flavor.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Sugar 0.6 g, Sodium 328.6 mg, Fat 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 35.9 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3.7 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

BROWN RICE PILAF



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I love this pilaf! I never liked brown rice until I tried it this way. It goes with just about anything, and the leftovers (when there are any) reheat well, too.

Provided by Halcyon Eve

Categories     Brown Rice

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small yellow onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup long grain brown rice (not instant)
2 1/2 cups fat-free low-sodium chicken broth or 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth
salt & pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring, until onion is golden, about 5 minutes.
  • Add rice and sauté for 1 minute.
  • Add broth, and season with salt and pepper to taste; bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to low.
  • Simmer until rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 45-50 minutes. Check rice occasionally and add water if necessary.
  • Uncover and let rice stand for 5 minutes before serving.

MEXICAN BROWN RICE SALAD



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 ears corn, husked
Olive oil, for brushing
1 cup cooked brown rice
2 (15-ounce) cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 red bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 bunch green onions, sliced
1 small jalapeno, seeds and rib removed, diced
3 tablespoons olive oil
Juice of 1 lime
1 teaspoon cumin
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  • Brush corn with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Grill for 5 to 6 minutes, rotating on all sides, until the corn has some nice charred spots. Let cool and remove corn kernels from the cob.
  • Add corn, brown rice, beans, red bell pepper, jalapeno, and green onions to a large bowl.
  • In a smaller bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, cumin, garlic, cilantro, and salt and pepper. Fold dressing into the veggies and top with the crumbled cheese and toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336 calorie, Fat 13 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 3 milligrams, Sodium 422 milligrams, Carbohydrate 41 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 16 grams, Sugar 5 grams

HERBED BROWN RICE PILAF



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h7m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon butter
1 shallot, chopped
1 cup long-grain brown rice
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
2 1/2 cups chicken broth or water, warmed
1 clove garlic, smashed
2 sprigs fresh thyme
3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
3 green onions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a 2-quart saucepan over medium heat. Add the shallot and saute until tender. Add the rice and stir until the rice is glossy and coated with the butter. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Add the stock, garlic and thyme. Cover with a tight fitting lid. Cook 40 minutes, turn off the heat and let sit for 10 minutes.
  • Remove the thyme sprigs and garlic. Fluff with a fork and add parsley and green onions.

HOME-STYLE BROWN RICE PILAF



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This is comfort food at its best with mild flavors and it's simple to make. This is a very versatile dish: if you prefer, you can use almonds in place of the cashews, and cilantro in place of the parsley.

Provided by Candice

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes     Pilaf

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ cups water
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup uncooked brown rice
3 tablespoons butter
1 ½ cups chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
2 carrots, sliced
2 cups fresh sliced mushrooms
1 cup chickpeas
2 eggs, beaten
freshly ground black pepper
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
¼ cup chopped cashews

Steps:

  • Bring 1-1/2 cups water to boil, add rice. Bring contents back to a boil, cover the pot and simmer for 45-50 minutes, or until rice is tender.
  • Approximately 20 minutes before rice is finished cooking heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in onions and saute them, stirring frequently until they soften. Add the garlic and carrots and continue stirring for 5 minutes.
  • Place mushrooms inside of skillet and cook until mushrooms begin to brown, about 10 minutes. Add the chickpeas and cook 1 more minute.
  • When the rice is finished cooking pour the eggs into the skillet and cook the mixture, stirring constantly until the eggs are cooked. Remove the skillet from the heat, stir in pepper, parsley, and nuts.
  • Spoon the cooked rice into the skillet and stir well. Serve the pilaf hot with soy sauce on the side for added flavor.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409.3 calories, Carbohydrate 54 g, Cholesterol 115.9 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 12.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 653.3 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

MEXICAN INSPIRED BROWN RICE PILAF



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Who says that pilaf can only be made with couscous?! Why not try a different version using nutty brown rice instead of the usual grains. This recipe is healthy, satisfying and makes best use of your pantry staples. I hope youll like it as much as we do. :)

Provided by Lalaloula

Categories     Mexican

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup brown rice, uncooked
2 cups vegetable broth (or water)
2 carrots, coarsely grated
1 large tomatoes, diced (cored if you prefer)
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon jalapeno, diced
1 1/2 teaspoons dried onion, minced
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons oil
2 teaspoons apple juice
salt and black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Place brown rice in a pot and cover with the 2 cups of broth/water. Bring to a boil and allow to simmer uncovered for 40 minutes or until liquid has evaporated and rice has softened.
  • Meanwhile combine carrots, tomato, kidney beans and jalapenos in a big bowl. Add minced onion, garlic, oil and apple juice. Mix to combine.
  • When rice is ready, drain off any remaining liquid and add rice to veggies. Mix well, season with salt and black pepper to taste. Sprinkle with fresh herbs.
  • Enjoy! :).

BROWN RICE PILAF



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Brown rice, a whole grain, contains all the nutrients and essential parts of the entire grain seed. It adds almost three times as much heart-healthy fiber to this mild-flavored brown rice pilaf as white would. Consider enjoying its slightly nutty flavor often in family recipes. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1-1/4 cups uncooked brown rice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 cups water
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion and green pepper in oil until tender. Add rice and garlic; cook and stir for 3-4 minutes or until rice is lightly browned. Add the water, broth, thyme and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 35-40 minutes or until rice is tender. Fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 99mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BROCCOLI BROWN RICE PILAF



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This is one of my favorite low-fat dishes-it's delicious! Rosemary, garlic, almonds and sunflower kernels flavor the broccoli and rice. Sometimes I add cooked cubed chicken for a complete meal. -Mari Condit of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup uncooked brown rice
2-1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary or 2 teaspoons dried rosemary, crushed
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups chopped fresh broccoli
1/4 cup slivered almonds
1/4 cup unsalted sunflower kernels
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute rice until lightly browned. Add the broth, rosemary and garlic; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 40 minutes or until rice is almost tender. , Stir in the broccoli, almonds, sunflower kernels, salt and pepper. Cover and cook 3-5 minutes longer or until rice is tender and broccoli is crisp-tender. Fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 414mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MEXICAN RICE PILAF



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Make and share this Mexican Rice Pilaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Graybert

Categories     Rice

Time 37m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
1 1/2 cups quick-cooking brown rice
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium high heat.
  • Add onion and garlic; cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in broth, rice, chili powder, jalapeno peppers, and cumin.
  • Cover, and bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Reduce heat, and simmer for 4 minutes.
  • Stir in bell pepper.
  • Cover.
  • Simmer for 5 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.
  • Stir tomato and shredded cheese into hot cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.1, Fat 24.9, SaturatedFat 11.8, Cholesterol 50.3, Sodium 337.7, Carbohydrate 15.6, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 8, Protein 16.3

MEXICAN RICE PILAF



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Make and share this Mexican Rice Pilaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Tom J. Beehler

Categories     Brown Rice

Time 35m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
1 1/2 cups instant brown rice
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium high heat.
  • Add onion and garlic; cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in broth, rice, chili powder, jalapeno peppers, and cumin.
  • Cover, and bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Reduce heat, and simmer for 4 minutes.
  • Stir in bell pepper.
  • Cover.
  • Simmer for 5 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.
  • Stir tomato and shredded cheese into hot cooked rice.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your pilaf will taste. Look for fresh, flavorful vegetables, and high-quality rice.
  • Toast the rice: Toasting the rice before cooking it helps to bring out its flavor and give it a slightly nutty aroma.
  • Use chicken or vegetable broth: Using broth instead of water adds more flavor to the pilaf. If you don't have any broth on hand, you can use water, but add a little extra salt and pepper to taste.
  • Don't overcook the rice: Pilaf is best when the rice is cooked through but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked rice will be mushy and bland.
  • Add your favorite vegetables: This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. Feel free to add whatever vegetables you like, such as chopped carrots, celery, peas, or corn.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as cilantro, parsley, or mint, add a pop of color and flavor to the pilaf.

Conclusion:

Mexican-inspired brown rice pilaf is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a flavorful and healthy meal, give this recipe a try!

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