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Mexican Rice Recipe

Enjoy fluffy, flavorful Mexican rice made with simple pantry ingredients and traditional cooking techniques. This recipe delivers perfectly toasted rice, a rich tomato base, and aromatic vegetables that come together to create a vibrant side dish. It’s quick, budget-friendly, and pairs beautifully with tacos, enchiladas, burritos, grilled chicken, or any Mexican-inspired meal.

mexican rice recipe rice cooker
mexican rice recipe rice cooker

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice
  • ¼ cup vegetable or canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • ¼ medium onion, finely diced
  • ¼ cup tomato sauce
  • 2 teaspoons tomato bouillon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 diced carrot
  • ½ cup peas
  • 3 cups water
  • 1–3 whole serrano peppers (optional)

Directions

  • Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add the rice. Toast it for about 10 minutes until it turns golden and fragrant.
  • Stir in the tomato sauce, garlic, and diced onion. Combine well to coat the rice.
  • Add the tomato bouillon, salt, carrots, peas, water, and serrano peppers if using.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover the pan and reduce the heat to low. Cook for about 20 minutes or until the liquid has fully absorbed.
  • Remove from heat, let it rest for 5 minutes, then fluff gently with a fork before serving.
mexican rice recipe uk
mexican rice recipe uk

Preparation Details

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: One medium pot