Ole! Fluffy Mexican Rice

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 13
Spicy and Flavorful Ole! Fluffy Mexican Rice Recipe
in Mexican

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 medium onion
1/2 green bell peppers , seeded or 1 large seeded jalapeno pepper
2 -3 tablespoons cilantro leaves ( one large fistful )
2 tablespoons hickory bacon drippings
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups long grain rice ( soaked , rinsed , drained , see Step 1 )
2 -3 fresh garlic cloves , mashed ( use garlic press )
1/2 teaspoon salt ( if omitting bacon drippings , use 1 tsp salt )
1 can chicken broth
1 can tomato sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
246
Sugar
2g
Fat
5g
Ole! Fluffy Mexican Rice is a perfect addition to any Mexican-themed meal. It is a classic and authentic dish that has been enjoyed for centuries. The dish is known for its spicy and flavorful taste that perfectly compliments any Tex-Mex meal. The combination of various spices and ingredients used in the recipe gives the rice a unique flavor that awakens your taste buds. The rice is also cooked to perfection, with each rice grain being separate and fluffy, making each bite enjoyable.

Instructions

1.In a blender, add onion, bell pepper or jalapeno, and cilantro. Blend until thoroughly chopped.
2.In a large saucepan over medium heat, add the bacon drippings and vegetable oil. Once hot, add the rice and garlic, stirring continuously for about 7-8 minutes until the rice turns golden brown.
3.Add the blended mixture and salt to the saucepan with the rice. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables soften.
4.Add chicken broth, tomato sauce, fresh lime juice and cumin. Stir until everything is combined. Bring to a boil.
5.Reduce heat to low, stir occasionally and let it cook for 20 minutes, or until rice is fully cooked and the liquid has been absorbed.

PROS

A perfect side dish to pair with any Mexican cuisine.
The rice is Flavorful, fluffy, and has a slight kick of spice.
It also has a surprising health benefit from the added vegetables and ingredients.

CONS

Some might find the recipe slightly time consuming, and too spicy for their liking.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Ole! fluffy Mexican rice is packed with healthy nutrients and ingredients. It contains vitamins like Vitamin A, B, and C, magnesium, potassium, folate, and iron. The dish is high in fiber, low in fat, and calories.

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