Description
Mexican rice is a vibrant and flavorful side dish that transforms any meal into a fiesta. With its fluffy grains soaked in rich tomato goodness, accented by fresh cilantro and zesty lime, this dish is sure to delight your taste buds. Perfect for taco nights or as an accompaniment to grilled meats, it’s easy to prepare in just one pot, making cleanup a breeze. You’ll love how simple and adaptable it is—ideal for both casual weeknight dinners and festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon oil (for sautéing)
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- In your rice cooker, set it to sauté mode (if available). Add oil, then sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until soft and fragrant (about 3 minutes).
- Stir in the rinsed rice, tomato sauce, vegetable broth, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Add chopped cilantro and lime juice, stirring to combine all flavors.
- Close the lid of the rice cooker and set it to cook for about 15-20 minutes or until steam escapes from the vent.
- Let it sit covered for an additional 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork; serve warm garnished with more cilantro or lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Rice Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (125g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize this recipe by adding vegetables like peas or corn for extra texture. You can also adjust spices based on your heat preference or experiment with different herbs.