Homemade Mexican Rice

Enjoy the flavors of homemade Mexican rice with this easy recipe. Made witharomatic spices this side dish is perfect for complementing your favorite meals

Ingredients to be added

• 1 cup long grain white rice
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• half onion finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 1 third foutrh cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• half teaspoon chili powder
• 1-forth teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions to be followed

Follow these simple steps

1. wash the rice under cold water until the water runs clear
2. in a large skillet or saucepan heat vegetable oil over medium heat.
3. Add finely chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened.
4. Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another 1 2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Stir in the rinsed rice and cook stirring frequently until the rice is lightly toasted and golden brown.
6. Add tomato sauce to the skillet and stir to coat the rice evenly.
7. add in chicken or vegetable broth and add ground cumin chili powder paprika salt and pepper
8. bring the mixture to a boil then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet and simmer for 18 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
9. Remove the skillet from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
10. Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro if desired.
11. Serve the Mexican rice hot with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the rice.

enjoy your mexican dish

This homemade Mexican rice is flavorful aromatic and the perfect accompaniment to your favorite Mexican dishes.