Easy Mexican Rice
Bring the vibrant flavors of Mexico to your table with this Quick and Easy Mexican Rice recipe! Perfectly golden long-grain white rice is sautéed in vegetable oil with aromatic onions and garlic, then simmered to tender perfection in a zesty blend of tomato sauce, chicken broth, and warm spices like cumin and chili powder. Bright pops of color from a mix of peas and carrots add a hearty touch, while optional fresh cilantro makes for a flavorful garnish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this delicious one-pot side dish pairs beautifully with your favorite Mexican mains, from tacos to enchiladas. Whether you’re hosting taco night or meal prepping for the week, this Mexican rice is a foolproof crowd-pleaser that’s as simple as it is satisfying!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 0.5 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Heat the vegetable oil in a medium-sized pot or deep skillet over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the rice and cook, stirring frequently, until it starts to turn golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
Step 4
Pour in the tomato sauce, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, and salt. Stir well to combine.
Step 5
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid.
Step 6
Allow the rice to simmer for about 15 minutes without uncovering the pot.
Step 7
After 15 minutes, gently stir in the peas and carrots mix, and continue cooking covered for an additional 5 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
Step 8
Remove the rice from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
Step 9
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1123.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 692.9 |
| Total Fat 31.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2671.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 85.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 13.4g | |
| Protein 18.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 141.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 851.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories