Mexican Rice Recipe

Mexican Rice Recipe

This Mexican Rice Recipe brings authentic flavor and fluffy texture to your table with simple ingredients and easy steps. Inspired by traditional cooking methods, this dish uses toasted rice, tomato sauce, onions, garlic, and light seasoning to create perfectly colored, fragrant rice that pairs well with any Mexican meal. It’s quick, budget-friendly, and ideal as a side for tacos, enchiladas, burritos, or grilled meats. Find more healthy and tasty Mexican Rice Recipe ideas here.

veg mexican rice recipe
veg mexican rice recipe

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 running water until it becomes clear.
  • Heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add rice and toast for about 10 minutes until golden.
  • Stir in tomato sauce, garlic, and onion. Mix well.
  • Add tomato bouillon, salt, carrots, peas, water, and serrano peppers (optional).
  • Bring to a boil, cover, then reduce heat to low. Cook for 20 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
  • Remove from heat, rest for 5 minutes, then gently fluff with a fork.
cheesy mexican rice recipe
cheesy mexican rice recipe

Preparation Details

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Servings: 6