Mexican Rice Recipe By Rick Bayless
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Description
Mexican rice is a classic dish that is a staple in most Mexican households. It is a simple dish made with rice, tomatoes, onions, spices, and sometimes peas or corn. This recipe by Rick Bayless is a delicious and easy way to make this classic dish at home.Prep Time
The prep time for this Mexican rice recipe is around 10-15 minutes. This includes chopping the onions, garlic, and tomatoes.Cook Time
The cook time for this recipe is around 25-30 minutes. This includes cooking the rice, mixing in the tomatoes and spices, and letting the rice simmer until it is cooked through.Ingredients
The ingredients needed for this recipe are:- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium tomato, chopped
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Equipment
The equipment needed for this recipe is:- A medium-sized saucepan with a lid
- A sharp knife for chopping vegetables
- A wooden spoon for stirring
Method
- Heat the vegetable oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Add the rice and stir for 2-3 minutes until the rice is lightly browned.
- Add the onions and garlic to the pan and stir for 2-3 minutes until the onions are translucent.
- Add the chopped tomato, salt, and ground cumin to the pan and stir for 1-2 minutes.
- Add the chicken broth to the pan and stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pan with a lid.
- Let the rice simmer for 20-25 minutes until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
- Remove the pan from the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the chopped cilantro.
- Serve the Mexican rice hot and enjoy!
Notes
To make this dish vegetarian, you can substitute the chicken broth for vegetable broth. You can also add peas or corn to the dish for added flavor and texture.Nutrition Info
One serving of this Mexican rice recipe contains:- Calories: 238
- Total Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 720mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 29g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 4g
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