Homemade Mexican Rice
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Prep Time12 Mins
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Cook Time25 Mins
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Total Time37 Mins
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DifficultyEasy
This flavorful Mexican rice is a vibrant dish made with sautéed garlic, onions, tomato puree, and a blend of spices like cumin, coriander, and chili flakes. It’s cooked with vegetables such as bell peppers, sweet corn, and green chilies, then combined with boiled rice for a delicious, savory meal. Perfect as a side dish or a main course, this easy-to-make recipe adds a burst of color and taste to any meal.
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Ingredients
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Instructions
Prepare the base:
Begin by setting a wok or a large pan over medium heat. Add 3 tbsp oil and 2 tbsp butter into the wok. Allow the butter to melt completely. Once the butter has melted, increase the flame to high heat. Add 1 tbsp chopped garlic to the wok and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly. The garlic should become fragrant but not browned.Cook the onions:
Add 1 medium-sized chopped onion into the wok with the garlic. Stir the mixture and cook for about 3-4 minutes or until the onions become light golden brown in color. Be sure to stir occasionally to avoid burning.Add tomato puree and spices:
Once the onions are golden brown, add ½ cup tomato puree to the wok. Stir it in and cook for about 1 minute. Add salt to taste and mix well. Lower the flame to medium, and then add the powdered spices: ½ tsp coriander powder, ½ tsp cumin powder, and ½ tsp red chili flakes. Stir well to incorporate the spices with the tomato puree and let them cook for another 2-3 minutes on medium heat. Then, add 2 tbsp tomato ketchup to the mixture and stir again, allowing the flavors to blend and cook together on high heat for another minute.Add vegetables:
Next, add the prepared vegetables:- ½ cup sweet corn,
- 1 medium-sized green bell pepper (capsicum), chopped,
- 1 medium-sized red bell pepper, chopped,
- 1 tbsp chopped green chilies,
- 1 tbsp chopped spring onion.
Stir the vegetables into the mixture and cook for 1 minute, ensuring that the vegetables are evenly coated with the sauce. If the mixture appears too dry, you can add a splash of water (about 2-3 tbsp) to help it cook more evenly. Cook for another 2-3 minutes on high flame, allowing the vegetables to soften slightly while maintaining their vibrant color.
Add the boiled rice:
Once the vegetables are cooked, it’s time to add the 500g boiled rice. Make sure the rice is cooled and not too sticky. Add the rice to the wok, gently breaking apart any clumps. Stir well, ensuring the rice is evenly mixed with the vegetable and tomato mixture. Continue stirring gently for about 2-3 minutes to ensure the rice is well coated with the spices and sauce.Final Mixing:
Once everything is well mixed and heated through, turn off the flame. Taste the rice and adjust the salt or spices if needed. Garnish with extra spring onions or coriander leaves if desired.Serve and Enjoy:
Serve your flavorful Mexican rice hot, either as a side dish or as a main course. Enjoy your delicious, savory rice with a hint of spice and freshness from the vegetables!
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