RED ACHIOTE MEXICAN RICE

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Make and share this Red Achiote Mexican Rice recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mexi-Rosie

Categories     White Rice

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups white rice
1/2 white onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon achiote (Annato red condiment paste available at Mexican food stores)
1 poblano chile, deveined and seeded diced (optional)
1/3 cup cooking oil
4 cups chicken broth
salt or powdered bouillon, to taste
1 sprig cilantro
1/2 key lime, its juice

Steps:

  • Rinse rice and drain well.
  • Set apart.
  • Process in blender the onion, garlic and achiote in some of the chicken broth (about a cup).
  • Heat oil in a skillet and fry rice on medium heat until lightly brown.
  • Add the processed liquid and let it reach boiling point.
  • At this point add half of the broth (hot) Simmer covered until broth is consumed.
  • Fluff rice with a fork from the edges to the center.
  • Add the other half of the hot broth, the lime juice, and season with salt or powdered bouillon.
  • Lower heat, cover and cook for about 15 more minutes.
  • Fluff it again from the edges to the center.
  • Uncover just to add the cilantro sprig.
  • Cover again and let it stand to finish steaming and absorb the cilantro's flavor.
  • Garnish with poblano strips.

Zaat e fana
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I'm not a big fan of Mexican food, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I'm glad I did! The rice was flavorful and the achiote paste gave it a nice smoky flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a flavorful an


Charles Level
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This recipe is a great way to add some flavor to your rice. The achiote paste gives the rice a beautiful red color and a slightly smoky flavor. I served it with grilled chicken and it was a hit!


Md Ahshan Habib
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I'm not a big fan of Mexican food, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I'm glad I did! The rice was flavorful and the achiote paste gave it a nice smoky flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a flavorful an


Joltzcookie
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This recipe is a great way to add some flavor to your rice. The achiote paste gives the rice a beautiful red color and a slightly smoky flavor. I served it with grilled chicken and it was a hit!


Mir Shakil Mir Shakil
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The rice was flavorful and had a nice smoky flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make Mexican rice dish.


Areeha Jameel
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This recipe is a great way to add some flavor to your rice. The achiote paste gives the rice a beautiful red color and a slightly smoky flavor. I served it with grilled chicken and it was a hit!


Fatbardha Vizani
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I'm not a big fan of Mexican food, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I'm glad I did! The rice was flavorful and the achiote paste gave it a nice smoky flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a flavorful an


M Siddik
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. The achiote paste gives the rice a new flavor and the vegetables add some color and texture. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a creative way to use up leftover rice.


Demetrius Damascus James Bartholomew lll Jr
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavor of the rice and the beautiful red color. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Karla Renteria
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy Mexican rice dish. The rice is fluffy and flavorful, and the achiote paste gives it a nice smoky flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make Mexican r


Helen chioma Benard
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I was looking for a new Mexican rice recipe to try and this one caught my eye. I'm so glad I made it! The rice was delicious and flavorful. I especially liked the addition of the achiote paste, which gave the rice a beautiful red color.


Karolyna Cordoba
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This recipe is a great way to add some flavor to your rice. The achiote paste gives the rice a beautiful red color and a slightly smoky flavor. I served it with grilled chicken and it was a hit!


Ona Ara Ademuyiwa
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I'm a big fan of Mexican food and this recipe did not disappoint. The rice was flavorful and had a nice smoky flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make Mexican rice dish.


Zarshad Ali
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This was my first time making Mexican rice and it came out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was easy to follow. The rice was delicious and I will definitely be making it again.


Goldmines Media
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I've tried many Mexican rice recipes before, but this one is by far the best. It's so easy to make and the results are always perfect. The rice is fluffy and flavorful, and the achiote paste gives it a beautiful red color.


Adil Shafique
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This recipe is a keeper! The rice turned out flavorful and colorful. I especially loved the hint of smokiness from the achiote paste. Will definitely be making this again.


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