Mexican Rice Recipe
A flavorful blend of fluffy rice cooked with tomatoes, onions, and a hint of spices, perfect as a side dish or base for your favorite Mexican meals.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Prepare the Rice
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
- 2
Sauté Aromatics
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent.
- 3
Toast the Rice
Add the rinsed rice to the skillet, stirring frequently for about 2-3 minutes until the rice begins to turn golden.
- 4
Add Other Ingredients
Stir in the diced tomato, vegetable broth (or water), chili powder, cumin, and salt. Bring to a boil.
- 5
Simmer the Rice
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- 6
Add Peas and Carrots
Stir in the frozen peas and carrots, cover, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- 7
