Mexican Rice Recipe
This flavorful Mexican Rice recipe combines long grain white rice with savory spices and zesty tomato salsa, cooked in broth to create a deliciously tender and aromatic side dish perfect for any Mexican-inspired meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
Rice and Liquid
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 cups low sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup jarred tomato salsa
Spices
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (reduce to 1/4 teaspoon for milder flavor)
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium skillet, stir together the rice, broth, salsa, garlic powder, cumin, salt, chili powder, onion powder, and black pepper until evenly mixed.
- Simmer to Absorb Liquid: Place the skillet over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. Then reduce the heat to medium and continue to simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until about half of the liquid has been absorbed.
- Cover and Cook Until Tender: Cover the skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, and let the rice cook for an additional 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and all the liquid is absorbed.
Notes
- Use low sodium broth to control saltiness, but adjust seasoning to taste.
- For a milder dish, reduce the chili powder to 1/4 teaspoon as suggested.
- Try using vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
- Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Let the rice rest covered off heat for a few minutes before serving for best texture.
Keywords: Mexican rice, side dish, easy rice recipe, Mexican cuisine, tomato salsa rice
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