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Simple Mexican Rice Recipe
Simple Mexican rice offers a very straightforward tomato-based recipe that can be in the oven and cooking within one set of commercial breaks for ultimate convenience and timing. This ultra-simple approach makes Mexican rice accessible for the busiest schedules while ensuring consistent results through oven cooking. The quick assembly time means you can start cooking during TV commercial breaks, making this perfect for efficient meal preparation.
A very simple tomato Mexican rice recipe. I can have this in the oven and cooking in one set of ads on the TV. If you don’t have chicken stock, use hot water and chicken bouillon.
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
5
Yield:
5 servings
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Ingredients
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 cup uncooked short-grain white rice
1 ¾ cups chicken broth
¼ cup tomato paste
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic; cook and stir until onion is translucent. Stir in the chili powder and cumin, and cook for about 30 seconds. Add the rice, chicken broth and tomato paste, and bring to a boil. Transfer to a 1 quart casserole dish, and cover with aluminum foil or a lid.
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until liquid has been absorbed and rice is tender. Let rest for 3 to 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 224 | Calories |
| 6g | Fat |
| 38g | Carbs |
| 4g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 5 | |
| Calories 224 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 6g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium 520mg | 23% |
| Total Carbohydrate 38g | 14% |
| Dietary Fiber 2g | 8% |
| Total Sugars 3g | |
| Protein 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin C 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium 25mg | 2% |
| Iron 3mg | 17% |
| Potassium 229mg | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
