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Mexican Rice in a bowl

Authentic Mexican Rice

Authentic Mexican rice is made with fresh tomatoes, onion, garlic, peas, carrots and broth. This flavorful rice is a must - side dish for any Mexican food.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: rice recipes, rice side dish
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 215kcal
Author: Sandy

Equipment

  • Frying Pan
  • Saucepan

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup Oil
  • 2 cups Long Grain Rice
  • ⅓ cup Chopped White Onion
  • 1 Garlic Clove
  • 3 Roma Tomatoes, quartered
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 cups Water
  • 1 Carrot, diced (size of peas) optional
  • ½ cup Frozen Peas, optional
  • 2 cups Chicken broth (or vegetable broth)

Other Optional Add-Ins

  • Diced Jalapeños
  • Fresh Cilantro
  • Diced Green Chiles

Instructions

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan with a lid. Add the rice and stir until it changes from a translucent color to white.
  • Add the onion, garlic, tomato, salt and water to a blender. Blend till smooth. Pour over the hot rice and cook for 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add the carrots, peas and broth and heat till it boils. Boil for 1 minute, but no longer.
  • Place the lid on the pan and turn the pan down to 4 or medium-low. Set a timer for 20 minutes. (Do not lift the lid during this time.)
  • Remove from the heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork before serving.

Notes

Can I Use Tomato Sauce Instead of Fresh Tomatoes?

You can, but that does change the recipe. Use ½ cup of tomato sauce, then add with the onion and garlic after browning the rice.

 

Tips

  • It is important to leave the lid on and do NOT stir the rice after the first minute of boiling. This will prevent your rice from getting gummy and mushy.
  • Get your rice up to a boil, then boil for 1 minute. Reduce the rice to 4 or medium low and place the lid on the pan. Set a timer for 20 minutes.
  • Taste a couple pieces of rice to check for doneness. If your rice is not quite cooked, pour ½ cup water into the rice without stirring, replace the lid and continue cooking over medium low heat for an additional 10 minutes.
  • If you want extra flavor in your rice, replace the salt with tomato or chicken bouillon.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 6 days.
Freeze up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 215kcal