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Easy Mexican Rice Recipe

Easy Mexican Rice Recipe
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This Easy Mexican Rice recipe is a flavorful side dish that pairs perfectly with your favorite Mexican meals. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can enjoy delicious homemade Mexican rice in no time.

Ingredients

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Rice:

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice

Vegetable Oil:

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Onion Mixture:

  • 1 small onion (finely chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)

Liquid and Seasonings:

  • 1 3/4 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Optional:

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare Rice: Heat oil in a saucepan, add rice, and cook until golden.
  2. Sauté Onion: Add chopped onion, cook until softened, then add garlic.
  3. Add Liquid and Seasonings: Pour in chicken broth, tomato sauce, cumin, chili powder, and salt. Simmer until rice is tender.
  4. Finish and Serve: Let rice sit, fluff with a fork, stir in cilantro if desired. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
  • You can also add peas or diced carrots for extra color and texture.

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