Mexican Rice
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4.5
Mexican Rice
Description
This Mexican Rice recipe begins by simmering the rice in chicken broth until tender, then letting it rest covered for a few minutes to finish cooking gently. Separately, onions are cooked slowly in olive oil until translucent and browning starts, which develops sweetness and complexity. Garlic is added briefly to the onions to release its aroma without burning. Tomato paste and cumin are stirred in to combine the rich tomato flavor and earthiness of cumin with the aromatics.
After preparing the flavor base, the cooked rice is stirred together with lime juice and freshly chopped cilantro, which add a fresh, bright note and herbaceousness balancing the warm seasonings. The rice maintains a fluffy yet moist texture due to cooking in broth and folding in oil and aromatics. The seasoning is adjusted with salt before serving.
This rice is commonly served as a side dish for tacos, enchiladas, grilled meats, or beans. The citrus and cilantro make it a vibrant accompaniment that pairs well with a variety of Mexican or Tex-Mex meals.
Ingredients
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth low-sodium
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion diced
- 4 cloves garlic finely minced
- ¼ cup tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon lime juice from about 1 lime
- ½ cup cilantro freshly chopped
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- salt to taste
Instructions
- In a medium-sized pot, add rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil over high heat. Stir. Cover the pot, lower the heat to low and simmer for 17-20 minutes.
- Remove from heat and keep the pot covered for 5 more minutes.
- While the rice is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook the onions in the hot oil for 10 minutes, until translucent and starting to brown. Add the garlic to the skillet and cook for one minute, stirring constantly. Stir in the tomato paste and cumin and cook for another minute or two. Mix in hot, cooked rice, lime juice and cilantro. Mix until well combined. Season to taste with salt. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4-6 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 249 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 Serving | |
| Calories | 249kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 45g | 15% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 171mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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