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Homemade Mexican Rice Recipe

Homemade Mexican Rice Recipe
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Learn how to make flavorful Homemade Mexican Rice right in your own kitchen. This easy recipe yields a delicious side dish perfect for any Mexican-inspired meal.

Ingredients

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Rice:

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice

Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Rice: Heat oil in a saucepan, sauté rice until golden.
  2. Add Flavors: Cook onion, garlic, add tomato sauce, broth, cumin, salt, and chili powder.
  3. Simmer: Boil, then simmer covered until rice is tender.
  4. Finish: Stir in peas and carrots if desired, let stand covered before fluffing.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
  • Enhance with fresh cilantro or lime juice before serving.

Nutrition

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