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Best Mexican Rice Recipe – Simple and Delicious

Transform your meals with this Best Mexican Rice Recipe, a flavorful and aromatic side dish that pairs perfectly with tacos, enchiladas, or grilled meats. With a simple blend of spices, broth, and tomato sauce, this dish is the epitome of restaurant-style rice made effortlessly at home. Perfectly seasoned and fluffy, it’s a must-have addition to any meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce

Method
 

 Prepare Your Ingredients
  1. Gather and measure all the ingredients to ensure a smooth cooking process.
2. Heat the Oil
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium heat until shimmering.
3. Toast the Rice
  1. Add the uncooked rice to the hot oil. Sprinkle with garlic salt and ground cumin.
  2. Stir frequently, toasting the rice until it turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma.
4. Add Onion
  1. Stir in the chopped onion and sauté for 2 minutes or until softened, enhancing the flavor base.
5. Add Liquids
  1. Pour in the chicken broth and tomato sauce. Stir to combine, and bring the mixture to a boil.
6. Simmer
  1. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let the rice simmer for 20-25 minutes. Avoid lifting the lid during this time.
7. Fluff and Serve
  1. Remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork to separate the grains, then serve warm as a side dish or base for your favorite Mexican-inspired meals.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth.
  • Toasting the rice thoroughly is key to achieving the authentic flavor and texture of Mexican rice.
  • Add diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.

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