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Mexican Restaurant Rice Recipe

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Restaurant Style Mexican Rice (Authentic Flavors Made At Home)
Restaurant Style Mexican Rice (Authentic Flavors Made At Home) from bakeitwithlove.com

Description

Mexican rice is a staple in Mexican cuisine and is often served as a side dish with tacos, burritos, and other Mexican dishes. This rice recipe is a perfect combination of spices and flavors, giving you the perfect taste of Mexico in your own kitchen. It is also an easy recipe to make and can be prepared in no time.

Prep Time

The preparation time for this recipe is around 10 minutes.

Cook Time

The cooking time for this recipe is approximately 25 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of long-grain rice
  • 3 1/2 cups of chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup of tomato sauce
  • 1/4 cup of chopped onion
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon of cumin
  • 1 teaspoon of chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
  • 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro

Equipment

  • A large saucepan with a lid
  • A measuring cup
  • A measuring spoon
  • A mixing spoon
  • A knife
  • A cutting board

Method

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion and garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes until they become translucent.
  3. Add the rice and stir for 2-3 minutes until it is lightly browned.
  4. Add the chicken broth, tomato sauce, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with a lid.
  6. Simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid has been absorbed.
  7. Remove from heat and let the rice rest for 5 minutes.
  8. Fluff the rice with a fork, then add the chopped cilantro and stir well.
  9. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

It is important to let the rice rest for at least 5 minutes after removing it from heat. This helps to ensure that the rice is fully cooked and absorbs all the flavors of the spices and other ingredients.

Nutrition Info

  • Calories: 200
  • Total Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg
  • Sodium: 380mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 1g
  • Protein: 4g

Recipe Tips

  • You can substitute the chicken broth with vegetable broth or water if you prefer a vegetarian version of this recipe.
  • If you like your rice spicier, you can add more chili powder or cayenne pepper to the recipe.
  • If you do not have long-grain rice, you can use medium-grain or short-grain rice instead.
  • Leftover rice can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave or on the stovetop.

Enjoy this delicious Mexican restaurant rice recipe as a side dish to your favorite Mexican dishes, or as a main dish with some vegetables and protein. You will love the flavors and aroma of this simple and easy recipe.


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