Mexican Rice
- Preparing Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Served Person: 6
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil
- 1/2 small small onion diced
- 2/3 cup uncooked long-grain rice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 3 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- Carbohydrate 21.1543265731111 g
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Fat 1.09758107754139 g
- Fiber 0.622839273906788 g
- Protein 1.99497341786778 g
- Saturated Fat 0.118513257325874 g
- Serving Size 1 1 to 8 serving (105g)
- Sodium 6.65830949033681 mg
- Sugar 20.5314872992043 g
- Trans Fat 0.0506670337240295 g
- Calories 104 calories
Mexican rice is a staple in many Mexican households. It is a simple dish to make, but it is packed with flavor. The rice is cooked in a tomato-based sauce with onions, garlic, and spices. This gives the rice a slightly spicy and tangy flavor. Mexican rice is often served as a side dish with other Mexican dishes, such as tacos, enchiladas, or burritos. It can also be served as a main course with a side of beans or salad.
The best thing about Mexican rice is that it is so versatile. It can be made with different types of rice, such as white rice, brown rice, or black rice. It can also be made with different types of beans, such as black beans, pinto beans, or kidney beans. And, of course, the level of spice can be adjusted to taste. This makes Mexican rice a great dish for everyone, regardless of their dietary preferences.
Step-by-step
- In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat.
- Stir in onion and saute until translucent.
- Pour the rice into the pan and stir to coat grains with oil.
- Mix in cumin, chili powder, tomatoes, salt and water.
- Cover, bring to a boil then reduce heat to low.
- Cook at a simmer for 20 to 30 minutes or until rice is tender.
- Stir occasionally.
