Chita’s Mexican Rice

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 3

Chita's Mexican Rice

by The Chefin Rice

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

193

Sugar

Fat

Mexican rice is a staple dish in Mexican cuisine and is also commonly known as 'Arroz Rojo.' Chita's Mexican Rice is a flavorful and easy-to-prepare recipe that has been passed down in Chita's family for generations. This dish is a perfect accompaniment to any Mexican entree, or can be served as a stand-alone dish. The combination of flavors from the chicken broth, garlic, onion and tomatoes is savory and will leave you savoring every bite. Additionally, the recipe is versatile and can be adjusted to accommodate a variety of dietary needs.

Instructions

1.	Wash the rice several times with cold water and then drain it.
2.	Heat the olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
3.	Add garlic and onion, cook until soft.
4.	Empty the can of tomatoes into the pot and break up the tomatoes with a wooden spoon.
5.	Add chicken broth and cilantro, stir until combined.
6.	Gently stir in the rice and bring to a boil.
7.	Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
8.	Optional: Add frozen peas 5 minutes before the end of cooking time.

PROS

Chita’s Mexican Rice is easy to make, tasty, and can be a great side dish or a complete meal by itself.

The recipe is inexpensive and uses common pantry ingredients.

CONS

Rice is high in carbohydrates, therefore, it should be consumed in moderation.

Canned tomatoes can be high in sodium and should be consumed in moderation if watching salt intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Rice is rich in carbohydrates and a good source of energy.
It is also low in fat and sodium and can help regulate digestion.
Tomatoes are a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, potassium, and lycopene, which have been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and cancer.

	1 cup long-grain white rice
	1 tablespoon olive oil
	2 garlic cloves , minced
	1/2 small onion , diced
	1 can whole tomatoes
	1 can chicken broth
	3 sprigs cilantro
	1/4 cup frozen peas ( optional )