Best 7 Tex Mex Mexican Rice And Blender Hot Sauce Recipes

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Preparing a flavorful and authentic Tex Mex Mexican Rice with a zesty homemade blender hot sauce is a delightful culinary journey that combines the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine with the convenience of modern cooking techniques. This article presents a comprehensive guide to creating this delectable dish, offering step-by-step instructions, tips for selecting the freshest ingredients, and variations to suit diverse preferences. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary adventure, this article will empower you to create a mouthwatering Tex Mex Mexican Rice and Blender Hot Sauce that will impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

TEX MEX STIR FRY



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My husband calls it Mexican Chinese food. Chicken is stir fried with bell peppers, black beans, and salsa. It's delicious served with rice and topped with cheese.

Provided by draynivl

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, or as needed
1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning mix
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into bite size pieces
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
½ cup prepared salsa
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until the oil is very hot, and cook and stir the green and red bell pepper until they are starting to become tender, about 5 minutes. Set the peppers aside.
  • Mix flour and taco seasoning in a bowl, and stir in chicken pieces, a few at a time, to thoroughly coat with the flour mixture. Heat 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, and cook and stir the chicken until no longer pink and the coating is browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in the bell peppers, black beans, and salsa, and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes to blend the flavors.
  • To serve, sprinkle each portion with Cheddar cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332.9 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Cholesterol 94.3 mg, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 32.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 944.7 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

TEX-MEX MEXICAN RICE AND BLENDER HOT SAUCE



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A dear friend from Mexico taught me how to make this. I have tweaked it to fit my tastes. I fix this for every Mexican dinner.. tacos, enchiladas, etc. I've been asked for this recipe many ,many times.

Provided by 50debbie

Categories     Mexican

Time 20m

Yield 2 1/2 cups, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 cup sweet onion
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups white rice
1 (10 ounce) can chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons blender hot sauce
1 (10 ounce) can Rotel Tomatoes
0.5 (16 ounce) can san marzano tomatoes
1/2 sweet onion
3 green onions
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 cup celery rib
2 teaspoons black pepper
1/4 cup trappey's jalapeno
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 cup cilantro leaf

Steps:

  • Blender Hot Sauce- Put all ingredients in the blender and liquify until all ingredients are completly chopped. Refrigerate.
  • Tex-Mex Rice- Put olive oil in a deep saute pan. Heat. Add onions and begin to saute. Add dry rice and cumin, cook and stir until toasted. Add 3 TBS blender hot sauce,and 1 can chicken broth. Cook until liquid is half gone. Remove from stove and cover . Let sit about 5-8 minutes. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333.4, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 600.2, Carbohydrate 59.3, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 3.4, Protein 6.6

TEX-MEX HOT SAUCE



Tex-Mex Hot Sauce image

Make and share this Tex-Mex Hot Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Millereg

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 4 cups, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste (or no salt added tomato paste)
3 cups water
3 tablespoons vinegar
3 tablespoons finely minced canned jalapenos, sliced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon dried onion flakes
2 teaspoons salt (or salt substitute)
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1 dash garlic powder

Steps:

  • Combine the tomato paste with the water in a medium saucepan and whisk until smooth.
  • Add the remaining ingredients and stir until combined.
  • Heat mixture over medium high heat until it begins to boil.
  • Continue to cook for about 3 minutes, stirring often.
  • Remove from heat.
  • When sauce is cool enough to taste, try a sample and call your local Fire Department if necessary.
  • If it's not hot enough for you, add some jalapenos and/or cayenne pepper and/or ground red pepper.
  • When sauce has cooled sufficiently poured it into a sealed container and refrigerate.

TEX-MEX RICE



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"My grandmother gave me the recipe for this nicely spiced rice," recalls Kat Thompson of Prineville, Oregon. At 24 cents per serving, it's an economical side dish. "Or add some ground beef for a satisfying skillet meal," she suggests.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 cups boiling water
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute rice and onion in oil until rice is browned and onion is tender. Stir in the water, green pepper, chili powder and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until rice is tender. Stir in tomatoes; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 490mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

SIMPLE TEX-MEX RICE



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Living in Texas, my family loves Tex-Mex and Mexican food. I always seem to have a hard time finding a rice recipe that my whole family can agree on. I came up with this recipe on my own and everyone seems to like it.

Provided by Kim D.

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups water
1 cup long-grain rice
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a medium-sized saucepan.
  • Heat over medium-high heat until water begins to boil.
  • Cover saucepan with tight fitting lid, and reduce heat to low.
  • Cook over low heat for 15 minutes without removing lid or stirring.
  • After 15 minutes, remove lid and fluff rice with a fork.
  • ~NOTE~The amount of taco seasoning can be adjusted to your taste. I use Penzey's "bold taco seasoning".

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.4, Fat 3.2, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 32.9, Carbohydrate 37, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 0.1, Protein 3.3

EASY TEX-MEX RICE



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My daughter shared this satisfying rice recipe with me. It's appealing to the eye as well as the taste buds.-Margaret Blair, Lorimor, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4-5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups cooked brown rice
1-1/2 cups salsa
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
2 tablespoons chopped ripe olives
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Transfer to a greased microwave-safe 8-in. square dish. Cover and microwave on high for 3-4 minutes, rotating once. Stir; microwave 1-3 minutes longer or until heated through. Sprinkle with cheese. Microwave, uncovered, for 20-30 seconds or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 5 minutes. ,

Nutrition Facts :

TEX-MEX RICE



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This is a version of rice that you find at a Tex-Mex restaurant. It is way easier than it looks and after you have made it once or twice - you can do it by heart. My kids love it and I love that I can sneak a few veggies in! Can be made vegan with veggie broth.

Provided by Cindy Rowden

Categories     White Rice

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cloves peeled and halved garlic
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup long grain white rice (not instant or fast cooking)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth or 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can vegetable broth
1/4 cup salsa (any store brand will do)
1/4 cup chopped diced carrot (fresh, optional)
1/4 cup frozen corn or 1/4 cup fresh corn (optional)

Steps:

  • In a heavy pot, cook garlic in oil over high heat until browned, stirring often.
  • Discard garlic cloves.
  • Add rice to infused oil and reduce heat to medium high.
  • Stirring constantly, brown rice.
  • Add broth, salsa, carrots and corn and reduce heat to low.
  • Cover and cook for 20 minutes.
  • Fluff rice before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.1, Fat 5.2, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 295.9, Carbohydrate 27.9, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 0.8, Protein 4.2

Tips:

  • Use the right type of rice: Medium-grain rice, such as Calrose or Arborio, is best for Mexican rice. It absorbs the flavors and liquids well and cooks up fluffy and tender.
  • Rinse the rice before cooking: Rinsing the rice removes the starch, which helps to prevent the rice from becoming sticky.
  • Toast the rice before cooking: Toasting the rice in a little oil before adding the liquid helps to bring out its flavor and give it a slightly nutty taste.
  • Use a flavorful broth: Instead of water, use a flavorful broth, such as chicken broth, vegetable broth, or beef broth, to cook the rice. This will add extra flavor to the rice.
  • Add some spices: Mexican rice is typically seasoned with a variety of spices, such as cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and onion powder. You can also add fresh herbs, such as cilantro or parsley, for extra flavor.
  • Don't overcook the rice: Mexican rice should be cooked until it is tender, but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked rice will be mushy and bland.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings: Mexican rice can be served with a variety of toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, guacamole, and salsa. It can also be used as a side dish for tacos, burritos, and other Mexican dishes.

Conclusion:

Mexican rice is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect Mexican rice every time.

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