Authentic Mexican Rice
This authentic Mexican rice is fluffy, flavorful, and the perfect accompaniment to any Mexican main dish.
Prep Time
10 min
Servings
6
Cook Time
25 min
Ingredients
- ✓2 cups long-grain white rice
- ✓3 tbsp vegetable oil
- ✓4 cloves garlic, minced
- ✓1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
- ✓1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- ✓3 1/2 cups chicken broth
- ✓1 carrot, diced small
- ✓1/2 cup frozen peas
- ✓1 tsp salt
- ✓1/2 tsp cumin
- ✓1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- 1
Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear. Drain well.
- 2
In a large saucepan over medium heat, heat oil. Add rice and sauté until lightly golden, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add garlic and onion, sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- 4
Stir in tomato sauce and cook for 1 minute.
- 5
Add chicken broth, carrots, peas, salt, and cumin. Bring to a boil.
- 6
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- 7
Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
- 8
Fluff with a fork and garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
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