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A serving of Mexican rice recipe on a dinner plate next to a chicken taco and black beans, garnished with cilantro.

Authentic Mexican rice Recipe

An authentic, foolproof recipe for fluffy and flavorful Mexican rice, also known as arroz rojo. This restaurant-style side dish is never mushy and pairs perfectly with tacos, beans, and more.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice rinsed
  • 2 medium Roma tomatoes roughly chopped
  • ½ white onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons neutral oil
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. Rinse the rice in a fine-mesh strainer under cold water until the water runs mostly clear.
  2. In a saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the rinsed rice and toast, stirring frequently, for 5-7 minutes until light golden.
  3. Add the onion and garlic to the pan and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Puree the chopped tomatoes in a blender until smooth. Add the tomato puree, tomato paste, cumin, and salt to the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the mixture darkens slightly.
  5. Pour in the broth and bring to a vigorous boil. Stir once, then reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer undisturbed for 18-20 minutes.
  6. Turn off the heat and let the rice rest, covered, for 10 minutes. Remove the lid and fluff with a fork. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
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