Derrick’s Mexican Rice

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Derrick's Mexican Rice Recipe is a delightful and flavorful dish that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Mexico. This recipe combines fluffy rice with a medley of aromatic spices, vegetables, and herbs, creating a mouthwatering side dish or a satisfying main course. With its rich colors and bold flavors, this recipe is sure to be a hit at any gathering or family meal. Get ready to enjoy a bowl of authentic Mexican goodness right from your own kitchen!

Keywords: Mexican rice, flavorful, aromatic spices, vegetables, authentic

Derrick's mexican rice recipe details

Derrick’s mexican rice recipe, recipe Rating: 4.7
Number of votes:114

A Mexican meal is not complete without this tasty little side dish. Easy to prepare and full of flavor.
Ready in: 50 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 4

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup parboiled rice
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can peeled tomatoes
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon minced cilantro

Preparation method

Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 40 mins

1. Heat oil in a non-stick pan and brown the rice.
2. Place tomatoes in a food processor and process till you get a rough chop.
3. Place tomatoes, broth, cumin and chili powder in a 2-quart pot over med-low heat.
4. When rice is brown add onion, bell pepper and garlic and saute till veggies start to wilt.
5. Add rice mixture to liquid pot and bring to a boil.
6. Cover and simmer on low heat for 20 minutes. DO NOT REMOVE THE LID WHILE SIMMERING!!!
7. Remove from heat and let sit 5 minutes and then mix in chopped cilantro.