Easy and Authentic Mexican Rice recipe

Spice up your dinner routine with our savory recipe for authentic Mexican rice, featuring aromatic spices and fluffy grains - perfect for any fiesta!

Course Lunch/Dinner

Cuisine Mexican

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Servings

Calories 262.4kcal

Rinse the rice with cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well and set aside.
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the rice to the skillet and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring constantly, until the rice is lightly toasted.
Stir in the cumin, chili powder, bouillon powder, and salt and cook for another minute, until the spices are fragrant.
Add the tomato sauce, garlic, onion, serrano peppers, and chicken broth to the skillet and stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid.
Simmer the rice for about 18-20 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
Remove the skillet from the heat and let it sit (covered) for 5 minutes.
Fluff the rice with a fork, then stir in the chopped cilantro

Ensure to rinse the rice before use to remove any excess starch or dirt. This will help prevent the rice from becoming mushy.
Toast the uncooked rice in oil before adding the other ingredients. This will help the grains of rice remain separate and create a nutty flavor.
Use a good quality chicken broth or stock to add flavor to the rice. If you are vegetarian, you can use vegetable broth instead.
Don't uncover the pot while the rice is cooking, as this will release the steam and lead to uneven cooking.
Once the rice is cooked, let it sit off the heat for a few minutes to let the steam escape and the grains of rice firm up.
Fluff the rice with a fork after it has rested to separate the grains.