Description
Enjoy flavorful Easy Mexican Rice made effortlessly! Perfect as a side dish or base for your favorite meals—try this recipe today!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups long grain white rice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon tomato bouillon
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 4 cups chicken broth
- Salt (to taste)
- Cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the rice and toast for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently until slightly golden.
- Incorporate onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, tomato bouillon, and tomato paste. Cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and let the rice sit covered for another 10 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork before serving, adjusting salt if necessary.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 273
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 209mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use low-sodium chicken broth for better control over salt levels. Customize with sautéed veggies or beans for added nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.