For a richer flavor, use chicken broth instead of water. If you prefer spicier rice, finely chop the serrano pepper (remove seeds for less heat) and sauté it with the onion. Rinsing the rice before cooking helps to remove excess starch and prevents it from becoming sticky. Toasting the rice is a crucial step! It imparts a nutty flavor and helps the grains stay separate.
Maria's Mexican Rice
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME30 mins
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TOTAL TIME40 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS1.1K
Transport yourself to a sun-drenched Mexican kitchen with this authentic rice recipe. Passed down through generations, this dish boasts perfectly balanced flavors, a vibrant color, and a delightful texture – never greasy, never dry, always delicious.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate27 g
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Cholesterol0 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein3 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium845 mg
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Sugar1 g
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Fat5 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 1 mins In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. (1 minute)
02 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Add rice and diced onion to the hot oil. Cook, stirring constantly, until the rice is lightly browned and the onion is translucent. Season with salt, cumin, and black pepper. (Approximately 5 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 1 mins Pour water over the rice mixture, then stir in tomato sauce and chicken bouillon powder until well combined.
04 Step
Recipe View 4 mins Increase heat to medium-high, cover the saucepan, and bring the mixture to a boil. (3-5 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View 10 mins Once boiling, gently add the whole serrano chile pepper to the saucepan. Continue to cook at a boil for 10 minutes.
06 Step
Recipe View 18 mins Reduce heat to medium-low, keeping the saucepan covered. Simmer gently until the rice is tender and all the water has been absorbed. (15-20 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Remove from heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
08 Step
Recipe View 1 mins Remove the serrano pepper before serving.
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Newton Goodwin
Nov 9, 2024This is the best Mexican rice I've ever made! The flavor is incredible.
Cheyenne Bernhard
Nov 1, 2024I added a little garlic with the onion and it was amazing!
Dillon Graham
Feb 23, 2023The serrano pepper adds such a nice depth of flavor. I'll never make rice another way!
Josue Stoltenberg
Jan 30, 2022So easy to follow and the rice came out perfect. My family loved it!