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mexican rice

(1 rating)
flores4 avatar
Recipe by
Kim Flores
@flores4
Rapid City, SD

I got this recipe when I watched my Mother in law make it. I apologize for the measurements, since she did not use any, and this is an approximation based on my experience. My husband says I got it right, so enjoy. MUCH better then the rice you will get at a mexican restaurant!

(1 rating)
method Stove Top

Ingredients For mexican rice

  • 1 1/2 c
    rice, uncooked
  • 3 c
    chicken broth
  • 2 Tbsp
    cooking oil
  • 2 clove
    garlic, mashed
  • 1/2 md
    onion, medium chopped
  • 1/2 can
    diced tomatoes
  • cilantro, fresh
  • 1/4 can
    peas
  • aluminum foil or top for pan
  • 1
    lime

How To Make mexican rice

  • 1
    heat oil in skillet to medium high add rice and garlic lightly brown rice
  • 2
    when rice is lightly browned, add chicken broth add onion, peas and tomatoes reduce to a low medium heat and let simmer DO NOT STIR after initial addition of ingredients
  • 3
    WATCH LIQUID! Need to let cook until cannot SEE the liquid, but is small amount left Remove from heat, cover with aluminum foil or well fitting top. Let sit for approximately 1 hr. DO NOT UNCOVER DURING THIS TIME! Add cilantro to taste and mix into rice when ready to serve. Serve with lime on the side.
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