Serve this favorite Mexican rice with Spicy Grilled Chipotle Shrimp and some mixed veggies for a crazy good dinner.
Restaurant Style Mexican Rice
This really is the perfect Mexican rice recipe. The rice turn out light, fluffy, and flavorful; just like a restaurant. I have made this rice many, many times with consistent results. You can also stir in 1 cup of thawed, frozen peas and carrots if you like.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Avocado Oil
- 1 cup Long Grain White Rice
- 1 teaspoon Minced Garlic (jar)
- ½ teaspoon Kosher Salt
- ½ teaspoon Ground Cumin
- 2¼ cups Water hot
- 2 teaspoons Granulated Tomato Bouillon with Chicken Flavor such as Knorr®
- 3 tablespoons Cilantro chopped
Instructions
- Stir bouillon into hot water until dissolved. Set aside.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add rice and stir until lightly browned; about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, salt, and cumin.
- Add the bouillon water to the rice. Bring mixture to a boil. Lower heat and cover pan. Simmer for 20-25 minutes. (Note: When adding water to hot pan, it will steam up a little.)
- Fluff cooked rice with a fork and stir in the cilantro.
Notes
I forgot to take a separate picture of the rice. Next time I make this rice I will get a better picture.
Nutrition Facts
Restaurant Style Mexican Rice
Amount per Serving
Calories
175
% Daily Value*
Fat
7
g
11
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Sodium
364
mg
16
%
Carbohydrates
24
g
9
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Protein
2
g
4
%
Carb Count
2
13
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Food Groups ***Starch = 1.5 servings, Fat = .5 serving
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