Authentic Mexican Rice
This Authentic Mexican Rice recipe brings comforting flavors and is a perfect side dish for any Mexican meal.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups long-grain rice Long-grain rice keeps the texture fluffy.
- 1 cup tomato sauce Can be substituted with crushed or pureed roasted tomatoes.
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 1/2 cups chicken or vegetable broth Can swap broth types based on preference.
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil Used for sautéing.
- 1/2 cup peas and carrots (optional) Frozen peas and carrots are convenient to use.
Instructions
Preparation
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in the rice and cook for a couple of minutes until lightly toasted.
- Add tomato sauce, broth, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
- Cook for about 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and mix in peas and carrots if desired. Serve warm with tacos, burritos, or fajitas.
Notes
Rinsing the rice is a crucial step to remove excess starch. Toasting the rice adds a nutty flavor. Experiment with adding jalapeños or chipotle for a spicy twist if desired.