Description
This Mexican Brown Rice recipe is a flavorful and comforting side dish that pairs perfectly with a variety of Mexican-inspired meals. Made with wholesome ingredients like brown rice, tomatoes, and aromatic spices, this dish is easy to prepare and guaranteed to be a family favorite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup brown rice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 1 3/4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup frozen peas (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the brown rice: Under cold water until the water runs clear.
- Sauté onion and garlic: In olive oil until softened and fragrant.
- Add tomatoes: Stir in and cook for 2 minutes.
- Toast the rice: Add brown rice and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Add broth and spices: Combine and bring to a boil.
- Simmer: Cover and cook for 40-45 minutes until rice is tender.
- Rest and fluff: Let sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- Add peas and garnish: Stir in peas, garnish with cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- You can substitute the peas with other vegetables like corn or bell peppers for a different twist.
- For an extra layer of flavor, add a pinch of saffron or a bay leaf while cooking the rice.
- This dish pairs well with tacos, grilled meats, or any Mexican-inspired meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
