The Best Mexican Rice Recipe
Mexican rice is the perfect side or main for any Mexican or Southwestern recipe you can think of.
Servings: 2
Calories: 216kcal
Equipment
- nonstick pan with a lid
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/2 onion roughly chopped
- 1 cup long grain rice
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp Mexican oregano
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce (or up to 1 cup)
- 1.25 cup water
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat and add onions. Fry until onions are just translucent, about 3 minutes
- Add the rice, garlic, and cumin. Continue frying until rice is golden brown and nutty, about 2-3 minutes
- Add tomato sauce and oregano. Stir until rice is evenly coated with tomato sauce.
- Add water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
- When the water has reached a boil, immediately cover with a lid and reduce heat to the lowest setting. Set a timer for 20 minutes and don't disturb or peek under the lid for any reason.
- When the 20 minutes are up, remove from heat, continuing not to touch the lid, and let steam for another 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, fluff and serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 216kcal | Carbohydrates: 40.7g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 3.9g | Cholesterol: 0.01mg | Sodium: 167mg | Potassium: 195mg | Fiber: 1.6g | Sugar: 2g