Mexican Rice Ala Roberts

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 2
Mexican Rice Ala Roberts recipe for an authentic Mexican dish
in Rice

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves , minced
1 onion , chopped
2 cups long grain white rice
1 can el pato tomato sauce ( can use half a can if you do n't want it so spicy )
1 tomatoes , diced
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup frozen peas
2 carrots , peeled and chopped
salt & pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
264
Sugar
4g
Fat
8g
Mexican Rice Ala Roberts is a beloved side dish in Mexican cuisine. It typically accompanies meat dishes, but it can be eaten on its own as well. Rice enthusiasts will appreciate the texture and flavors in this recipe. The tangy, slightly spicy taste of this dish is created by adding el pato tomato sauce and diced tomatoes. You'll appreciate how easy it is to put together and how it'll remind you of a home-cooked meal.

Instructions

1.In a large, heavy-bottom saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat and add garlic and onions, sauteing until onions turn translucent.
2.Add rice to the saucepan and stir continuously until rice is slightly browned (about 5 minutes).
3.Add in el pato tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, peas, carrots, salt, and pepper, making sure everything is combined well.
4.Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and the liquid has been absorbed.

PROS

Mexican Rice Ala Roberts is a flavorful food that has a slightly tangy taste with a bit of kick.
It’s the perfect dish to accompany any Mexican meal, and it’s easy to prepare.

CONS

This rice dish may be high in sodium, and may contain a lot of carbohydrates.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The tomatoes in this dish contain lycopene, which is a powerful antioxidant that may help protect against certain types of cancers. The carrots and peas in the dish add a good amount of fiber, vitamins and minerals to the dish.

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