Description

This Easy Mexican Rice recipe is a flavorful side dish that pairs perfectly with your favorite Mexican meals. With simple ingredients and a quick stovetop method, you can enjoy delicious restaurant-style rice at home.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients:

1 cup long grain white rice
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 cloves garlic (minced)

Seasonings and Extras:

1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
lime wedges for serving

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Instructions

Heat the oil: In a medium saucepan, heat oil over medium heat.
Cook the rice: Add rice and cook for 4–5 minutes until golden brown.
Add aromatics: Stir in onion and garlic, cook for 2 minutes.
Simmer: Add broth, tomato sauce, cumin, chili powder, and salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 18–20 minutes.
Fluff and serve: Remove from heat, let sit covered for 5 minutes, fluff with a fork, stir in cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth.
Enhance with peas, diced carrots, or corn for added texture and flavor.