Flavorful Restaurant Style Mexican Rice Made Easy at Home

This Restaurant Style Mexican Rice is a quick and budget-friendly side that brings vibrant flavors to your meal.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 40

Total Time 50

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 220

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Rice

2 cups Long Grain Rice Substitute with jasmine rice if preferred.
1/4 cup Oil Can use vegetable oil or melted butter.
8 oz Tomato Sauce If unavailable, can substitute with crushed tomatoes.

For the Flavor

1/2 cup Cilantro Use parsley if cilantro isn't available.
3 teaspoons Salt Start with 1 teaspoon for lower sodium.
4 cloves Garlic Garlic powder can be used (1 teaspoon) if fresh garlic is unavailable.
4 cups Chicken Broth Substitute with vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
1/2 teaspoon Cumin Omit or replace with chili powder for a different spice profile.
1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to preference.

Equipment

large frying pan

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
Add the long grain rice to the heated oil and toast for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
Combine chicken broth, tomato sauce, salt, garlic, cumin, and black pepper into the rice.
Cover and reduce heat to medium-low, simmering for 35-40 minutes until rice absorbs liquid.
Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in chopped cilantro before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This rice pairs well with various Mexican dishes like tacos and enchiladas. Adjust salt to taste!

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