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The Best Mexican Rice Recipe In A Rice Cooker

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The OnCall Cook Best Mexican Rice Ever
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Description

Mexican rice, also known as Spanish rice, is a flavorful and colorful side dish that pairs well with any Mexican-inspired meal. This recipe uses a rice cooker to make the process easier and more efficient. The rice cooker allows you to set it and forget it, making it perfect for busy weeknights or when you need to prepare multiple dishes at once.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is minimal, only taking about 10 minutes to gather and measure the ingredients.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is approximately 45 minutes, including the time it takes for the rice to cook in the rice cooker.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 ¾ cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Equipment

  • Rice cooker
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Can opener
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method

  1. Rinse the rice in a fine mesh strainer until the water runs clear.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the rinsed rice, diced tomatoes, broth, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper to the rice cooker. Stir well.
  4. Close the lid and set the rice cooker to “cook” mode.
  5. Once the rice cooker has finished cooking, let it sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the rice to absorb any remaining liquid.
  6. Fluff the rice with a fork and sprinkle with chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute the white rice for brown rice, but the cook time will need to be adjusted accordingly.
  • If you don’t have fresh cilantro, you can use dried cilantro or omit it altogether.
  • If you prefer a spicier rice, you can add more chili powder or a diced jalapeño to the recipe.

Nutrition Info

This recipe makes approximately 4 servings.
  • Calories: 200
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 575mg
  • Potassium: 292mg
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Vitamin A: 510IU
  • Vitamin C: 13mg
  • Calcium: 39mg
  • Iron: 1mg

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to rinse the rice before adding it to the rice cooker to remove any excess starch.
  • Sautéing the onion and garlic before adding it to the rice cooker adds extra flavor to the dish.
  • Letting the rice sit for a few minutes after cooking allows it to absorb any remaining liquid and helps to prevent it from becoming sticky or mushy.
  • Be sure to fluff the rice with a fork before serving to separate the grains and prevent clumping.
  • This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to feed a larger crowd.

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