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A plate of Mexican rice garnished with chopped green onions and herbs, served on a white plate.

Mexican Rice

Chef Jenn
Forget boxed mixes! This easy, restaurant-style Mexican Rice is packed with flavor and ready in a flash. Perfect with your favorite Tex-Mex and Mexican dishes!
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican, Tex-Mex
Servings 6
Calories 177 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cup long grain rice
  • 1 Roma tomato
  • 1 small onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 6-8 stems cilantro washed and thick ends removed
  • ½ jalapeno seeded and diced; optional
  • lime fresh lime juice
  • salt and pepper

Instructions
 

  • Begin by thoroughly rinsing the long grain rice under cold running water until the water is clear. Ensure it's well-drained.
  • Combine the tomato, onion, garlic, cilantro, and optional jalapeno in a blender or food processor. Pulse until the mixture is finely chopped.
  • In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the vegetable mixture and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
  • Stir in the drained rice, continuously mixing to coat the grains with oil. Continue to cook, stirring until the rice turns a golden brown color.
  • Pour in 2 ½ - 3 cups of water, add a pinch of salt, and cover the skillet. Lower the heat and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is soft and the water has absorbed.
  • Remove from heat and let the rice sit covered for 5 minutes. Then, fluff it with a fork and sprinkle with fresh lime juice to enhance the flavors.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Chef Jenn's Tips

  • Opt for a heavy-bottomed skillet to cook the rice evenly and prevent any burning.
  • To deepen the flavor, use chicken or vegetable broth instead of water.
  • For a richer tomato flavor, incorporate a tablespoon of tomato paste.
  • For those who enjoy a bit of heat, consider adding a pinch of chipotle powder during cooking.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cupCalories: 177kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 4gFat: 0.4gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 4mgPotassium: 107mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 166IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 0.5mg

A Note on Nutritional Information

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