Rice Sides, Southern Sides
Southern
Yield: 6-8
Author: Tammy Nichols
Mexican Rice, Authentic - Master Cookbook Recipe # 670

Mexican Rice, Authentic - Master Cookbook Recipe # 670

This recipe produces perfectly seasoned, fluffy Mexican rice with that signature restaurant-style flavor. By toasting the rice before adding the liquid, you create a beautiful nutty base that holds up perfectly to the tomato and cumin. It's the ultimate companion for tacos, enchiladas, or a simple bean dish.

This is recipe #670 in Tammy’s Master Cookbook.

Prep time: 5 minCook time: 20 minTotal time: 25 min Resting Time: 5 min
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups Long grain rice
  • 2 Tbsp Cooking oil
  • 8 oz can Tomato sauce
  • 5 cups Water
  • 3 Tbsp Knorr chicken bouillon granules
  • 2 Tbsp Dehydrated onion flakes
  • 1/2 tsp Cumin

Instructions

  1. Toast the Rice: Heat a large, deep skillet with a lid over medium-high heat. Add the cooking oil. Once warm, add the rice and stir continually until the grains are a light golden brown.
  2. Combine: Carefully pour in the tomato sauce and water. Add the chicken bouillon, dehydrated onion flakes, and cumin. Stir once to combine.
  3. Boil & Simmer: Cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid. Once the liquid begins to boil, immediately turn the heat down to a low simmer. Do not remove the lid or stir.
  4. The "Jiggle" Step: Set a timer for 20 minutes. At the 10-minute mark, simply jiggle the handle of the skillet to move the rice around slightly; this prevents sticking and helps redistribute the tomato sauce without letting the steam out.
  5. Rest: When the 20 minutes are up, remove the skillet from the heat. Keep it covered and undisturbed for 5 minutes.
  6. Serve: Remove the lid and fluff gently before servin

Notes

Tammy’s Tips

"Using the Knorr chicken bouillon is what gives this rice that authentic, savory depth you find in the best Mexican restaurants!" The most important rule is to keep that lid on,letting the steam escape is the quickest way to end up with unevenly cooked rice. That little jiggle at the halfway point is all the movement it needs! “This recipe is taken from a YouTuber named Deb. Her channel name is In Deb’s Kitchen on

YouTube.”, Tammy

Nutrition Facts

Calories

464

Fat

14 g

Sat. Fat

5 g

Carbs

85 g

Fiber

4 g

Net carbs

81 g

Sugar

62 g

Protein

6 g

Sodium

315 mg

Cholesterol

13 mg