Description
Mexican comfort emerges through Andy’s homemade rice, blending authentic spices and hearty ingredients. Warm kernels dance with zesty flavors, inviting diners to savor a delicious journey through traditional culinary landscapes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 14 cup tomato sauce
Side Ingredients:
- 14 cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasoning and Oil:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Warm the oil in a spacious skillet at medium-high temperature until shimmering.
- Gently toast the rice, continuously stirring, allowing each grain to transform into a rich golden hue.
- Introduce finely diced onions and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant and translucent.
- Pour in tomato sauce, chicken broth, and sprinkle cumin, chili powder, and salt across the mixture, blending thoroughly.
- Elevate heat to trigger a vigorous boil, then immediately reduce to the lowest setting.
- Seal the skillet with a tight-fitting lid, allowing the rice to steam and absorb liquid for approximately 18-20 minutes.
- Once liquid is completely absorbed and rice appears tender, remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Delicately separate rice grains using a fork, creating a light and fluffy texture.
- Optional: Scatter fresh cilantro leaves across the surface for a vibrant, aromatic finishing touch.
- Serve immediately while warm, presenting a delectable Mexican-inspired side dish.
Notes
- Enhance the rice’s flavor by toasting it until it reaches a deep golden-brown color, releasing nutty undertones that elevate the entire dish.
- Customize the spice level by adjusting chili powder or adding diced jalapeños for extra heat and complexity.
- Transform this side dish into a complete meal by mixing in cooked shredded chicken, black beans, or roasted vegetables for added protein and nutrition.
- Opt for brown rice to increase fiber content and create a healthier alternative while maintaining the authentic Mexican rice texture and taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Side Dish
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg