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Authentic Mexican Rice Recipe

Easy Mexican Rice Recipe that is perfect with tacos, enchiladas or any dinner! 
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword Mexican Food, Mexican Rice, Mexican Rice Recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 254kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 cups extra long grain rice
  • 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 8 oz can tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

Instructions

  • In a large sauté pan, heat oil over medium high heat. Add rice and stir until grains are a light golden brown. 
  • Add chicken broth, tomato sauce, salt and spices and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to low. Let rice cook on low for 20 minutes. Uncover and lightly fluff with fork.  

Nutrition

Calories: 254kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 478mg | Potassium: 249mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 172IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg