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Mexican Rice

Published by Meaghan on October 9, 2014 | last updated on December 22, 2019.

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I meant to have this recipe up yesterday, for Taco Tuesday of course, but it just wasn’t in the cards. So instead, it’s going up today for ‘Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda’ Wednesday. (Yep, it’s now Thursday. Oops!)

Mexican Rice

If you’ve ever attempted your favorite Mexican restaurant’s rice at home and failed, raise your hand.

Well you can put it down now, because this is my go-to favorite and after one bite, I think it will be yours too.

Since first making it, I’ve actually found I like it so much better than the rice usually served when I dine out.

No more dumping sour cream, queso, or salsa on my rice trying to give it a flavor boost.

Mexican rice always tasted like it had so much potential, but was always just a hair to bland. Not anymore.

This Mexican rice recipe is for a pilaf style rice with a characteristic reddish/orange color, flavored with onion, garlic, and spices.

Mexican Rice 2

This dish, often known as  ‘Spanish’ rice, makes an easy addition and perfect compliment to any Mexican style entree.

Tacos for dinner? No? Maybe some fajitas instead? Nope? What about enchiladas? Either way, this here’s your side dish. You can’t go wrong.

Did you make a big batch (as is it serves about 4 people) and now you’ve got leftovers?

You’re in luck! Not only does this rice still taste just as flavorful the next day, it goes great in a burrito.

Is it steak night and you’re out of ideas for sides to serve? Voila! Problem solved. Same goes for chicken.

Feel free to tweak this Mexican rice recipe and play around a bit to make it your own and fit your specific preferences.

Mexican Rice 3

Notice I don’t claim this Mexican rice recipe is ‘authentic’? It probably isn’t, but it is damn good.

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Mexican Rice

This dish, often known as 'Spanish' rice, makes an easy addition and perfect compliment to any Mexican style entree.
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Course: Side, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 274kcal
Author: Meaghan @ 4 Sons R Us
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Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 cup long grain rice uncooked, such as basmati or jasmine
  • 1 tsp fresh minced garlic
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 3/4 cup chicken broth
  • 3 tbsp finely chopped fresh cilantro
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Instructions

  • In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. When hot, add the rice and gently stir until rice begins to lightly brown and crisp.
  • Add the garlic, salt, and cumin, stirring until fully incorporated and everything's a nice golden color .
  • Add the tomato sauce, chicken broth, and cilantro and turn the heat up to medium high.
  • Bring the mix to a boil then turn the heat to low and cover.
  • Simmer for 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from heat, fluff with a fork, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 274kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Sodium: 830mg | Potassium: 237mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 153IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg
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Photos Updated 5/5/16

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  1. acasadisimi says

    October 10, 2014 at 8:55 am

    looks delicious!!!

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    • 4 Sons 'R' Us says

      October 10, 2014 at 5:39 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  2. Michelle @ Giraffes Can Bake says

    October 10, 2014 at 11:38 am

    yum, I love mexican rice, this looks amazing!

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    • 4 Sons 'R' Us says

      October 10, 2014 at 5:40 pm

      Thank you, and we sure think so šŸ™‚

      Reply
  3. Hilda says

    October 10, 2014 at 12:43 pm

    Now I know exactly what to do with some of the tomato sauce I have frozen from this year’s harvest – and there is a lot. It’s been such a long time since I have made what we used to call Spanish rice, I needed your reminder. And my rice repertoire needed a boost too. Thanks for the inspiration. Hope you and your family have a good weekend.

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    • 4 Sons 'R' Us says

      October 10, 2014 at 5:41 pm

      Here I thought this couldn’t be improved upon, but homemade tomato sauce? Yes!

      Reply
  4. Nancy says

    October 10, 2014 at 1:24 pm

    You’ve talked me into making this…how can I not with all the versatile ideas you’ve supplied for serving?!?! Looks great and I love the fact that it uses basic ingredients already stocked in my pantry! Delish šŸ™‚

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    • 4 Sons 'R' Us says

      October 10, 2014 at 5:41 pm

      I love a trusted side dish that I can make last minute and only have to shop my pantry for a few ingredients.

      Reply
  5. Mandi says

    October 10, 2014 at 5:09 pm

    holy smokes this looks amazing – I think it will go really nicely with some grilled meat. bookmarked!

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    • 4 Sons 'R' Us says

      October 10, 2014 at 5:42 pm

      It would be a perfect compliment to it!

      Reply
  6. HostessAtHeart says

    October 11, 2014 at 7:10 pm

    What a great side to any Mexican meal!

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  7. Miz Helen says

    October 20, 2014 at 5:32 pm

    Great Mexican Flavor in your rice, we will really enjoy it. Thanks so much for sharing this awesome post with Full Plate Thursday and have a great day.
    Come Back Soon!
    Miz Helen

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  8. Frugal Hausfrau says

    May 9, 2016 at 1:43 pm

    Beautiful rice; you’ve done it just perfectly! I love your little pots! Where did you get them?

    Mollie

    Reply

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