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Easy Chipotle Rice Recipe

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Chipotle Rice Pilaf
Chipotle Rice Pilaf from fashionablefoods.com

Description

If you love the smoky and spicy flavor of chipotle, you’ll enjoy this easy chipotle rice recipe. The fluffy rice is infused with the smoky flavor of chipotle peppers, making it a perfect side dish for any Mexican or Tex-Mex meal. This dish is not only flavorful but also incredibly easy to prepare. With just a few ingredients and basic cooking equipment, you can whip up a delicious and satisfying meal in no time!

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is minimal. It will take you only 5 minutes to prepare the ingredients, and 15 minutes to cook the rice.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is 15 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan with lid
  • Wooden spoon
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method

  1. Heat the olive oil and butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes until soft.
  3. Add the chopped chipotle peppers and sauté for another minute.
  4. Add the rice, salt, and black pepper and stir until the rice is coated with the onion and garlic mixture.
  5. Add the water and bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid and let the rice simmer for 15 minutes, or until the water is completely absorbed and the rice is fluffy.
  7. Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes.
  8. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot.

Notes

You can adjust the amount of chipotle peppers according to your preference of spiciness. If you like your rice to be spicier, you can add more chipotle peppers, and if you prefer it to be milder, you can reduce the amount of peppers.

Nutrition Info

This recipe makes 4 servings. Each serving contains approximately:
  • Calories: 178
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 8mg
  • Sodium: 212mg
  • Potassium: 84mg
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Vitamin A: 180IU
  • Vitamin C: 1mg
  • Calcium: 16mg
  • Iron: 1mg

Recipe Tips

  • For added flavor, you can add some chopped fresh cilantro to the rice after it's cooked.
  • If you want to make this recipe vegan, you can use vegetable oil instead of butter.
  • You can use chicken or vegetable broth instead of water to cook the rice for even more flavor.

Enjoy this easy chipotle rice recipe as a side dish with your favorite Mexican or Tex-Mex meal!


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