Best 3 Simple Mexican Rice Recipes
Looking for an easy and flavorful side dish to complement your favorite Mexican meals? Look no further than simple Mexican rice. This classic dish is packed with aromatic spices, fluffy rice, and often incorporates colorful vegetables. With just a few basic ingredients and a bit of time, you can create a delicious side dish that will impress your family and friends. And the best part? It's incredibly simple to make, even for those with limited cooking experience. So grab your apron and get ready to whip up a pot of flavorful and authentic simple Mexican rice.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
SIMPLE MEXICAN RICE
A very simple tomato Mexican rice recipe. I can have this in the oven and cooking in one set of ads on the TV. If you don't have chicken stock, use hot water and chicken bouillon.
Provided by ELIZABETH101
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic; cook and stir until onion is translucent. Stir in the chili powder and cumin, and cook for about 30 seconds. Add the rice, chicken broth and tomato paste, and bring to a boil. Transfer to a 1 quart casserole dish, and cover with aluminum foil or a lid.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until liquid has been absorbed and rice is tender. Let rest for 3 to 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.3 calories, Carbohydrate 37.6 g, Cholesterol 2.1 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 519.5 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
SIMPLE MEXICAN RICE
My sister-in-law who was born and raised in Mexico City taught me how to make this simple side dish. I also use a mound of this rice in a bowl of Mexican beef stew (carne guisada #80408) - so yummy.
Provided by PanNan
Categories Rice
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oil in a non-stick sauce pan that has a tight fitting lid.
- Add onion and pepper.
- Saute until tender.
- Add rice.
- Saute rice until opaque.
- Add vegetables, bouillon, garlic and water.
- Bring to a boil.
- Keep tightly covered and simmer 15- 20 minutes- do not peek.
- Serve with chopped cilantro on top or mixed in dish.
- Pass the salsa.
- Note, I have used chopped fresh or frozen spinach instead of the frozen vegetables and it was very good.
SO SIMPLE MEXICAN RICE
I love the fluffy, lightly seasoned rice I get as a side dish at my favorite Mexican cantina... This rice does not have any chunks of vegetables in it and has a very light tomato flavor. It is a very "dry" rice, unlike some that you may have tried that are very wet or gummy. I have tried to duplicate it and this is my best effort so far. This simple rice goes well with spicy Mexican main dishes since it does not compete with those bright bold flavors.
Provided by atlfitgirl
Categories Long Grain Rice
Time 25m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat the oil and butter in a pan on medium heat.
- Add the rice and stir until all the grains are coated with the oil/butter mixture and lightly toasted.
- Add water and tomato bouillon.
- Stir to combine throughly.
- Allow to come to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and cover. NO PEEKING!
- Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until all water is absorbed.
- Allow rice to rest for 5 minutes after cooking.
- Fluff with a fork and serve!
- Garnish with parsley if desired.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the rice will taste. Look for fresh vegetables, flavorful spices, and high-quality rice.
- Rinse the rice before cooking: This will remove any excess starch and help the rice cook evenly.
- Use the right amount of water: The amount of water you use will depend on the type of rice you are cooking. For Mexican rice, a good rule of thumb is to use 1 1/2 cups of water for every 1 cup of rice.
- Cook the rice over low heat: This will help the rice cook evenly and prevent it from sticking to the pot.
- Fluff the rice before serving: This will help separate the grains of rice and make it light and fluffy.
Conclusion:
Mexican rice is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or as a main course. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, it's a great recipe for beginners and experienced cooks alike. So next time you're looking for a flavorful and satisfying meal, give Mexican rice a try!
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