Looking for a delicious and easy side dish to complement your Mexican meal? Look no further than this mouth-watering Mexican Rice recipe! This rice is packed with flavor and will be the perfect accompaniment to any dish.
To make this recipe, you’ll need:
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup frozen peas (optional)
- Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
To make the rice, heat the oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in the rice and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add the cumin, chili powder, and salt and stir to combine. Pour in the chicken broth and tomato sauce and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
If desired, stir in the frozen peas and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
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