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Flavorful Mexican Rice Recipe Perfect for Easy Dinners

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A quick and easy Mexican rice recipe bursting with bold flavors, perfect as a side dish for tacos, enchiladas, or grilled chicken.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian option)
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 cup of long-grain white rice and cook, stirring frequently, until the rice turns golden brown (about 5 minutes).
  3. Stir in 1 small diced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves. Cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  4. Pour in 1 cup of tomato sauce and 2 cups of chicken broth. Stir well to combine.
  5. Add 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1/2 teaspoon of chili powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Mix everything together.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pan with a lid and let the rice simmer for 20 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed.
  7. Remove the pan from heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
  8. Fluff the rice with a fork, then stir in 1 tablespoon of lime juice and 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh cilantro.
  9. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

[‘Toast the rice for added nutty flavor and to prevent mushy texture.’, ‘Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.’, ‘Simmer gently to avoid scorching the bottom of the pan.’, ‘Let the rice rest after cooking for fluffiness.’, ‘Customize the spice level with cayenne or diced jalapeños.’]

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Keywords: Mexican rice, easy side dish, taco night, enchilada side, flavorful rice

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