Description
A quick and easy one-pot Mexican rice dish that is flavorful and perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups long grain white rice
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 4 cups water (or chicken/vegetable broth)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Knorr Chicken Bouillon Powder
Instructions
- Rinse the rice in a fine-mesh strainer under cold water until the water runs clear. Set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 3 minutes until fragrant and starting to turn golden.
- Add the rinsed rice to the skillet, stirring to coat with the butter and garlic. Cook for about 10 minutes until lightly toasted.
- In a bowl, whisk together the water, tomato paste, and chicken bouillon powder until smooth.
- Pour the liquid mixture over the toasted rice, stir well to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 25-30 minutes, until all liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and serve immediately.
Notes
This dish can be customized with leftover vegetables, beans, or proteins.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg