Mexican Rice

Method7 steps · about 50 min

1. 1

   Step 1: Rinse the rice in a fine mesh sieve under cold water until the water runs clear.

   Uses 2 cups white long grain rice · Water for rinsing rice, discarded

2. 2

   Step 2: Heat the oil (2 tbsp) in a large skillet over medium/high heat.

   Uses 2 tbsp avocado oil

3. 3

   Step 3: Add the rice and stir to coat in the oil. Cook while stirring for about 7-10 minutes, the rice will turn very white as it cooks. Continue cooking until the rice starts to toast and turn slightly golden on the edges.

   Uses Rinsed drained rice · Hot avocado oil

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   Step 4: Stir in the tomato paste (3 tablespoons) and then add the seasonings, stir to combine.

   Uses Toasted rice · 3 tablespoons tomato paste · 1½ teaspoon salt · 1 teaspoons onion powder · ½ teaspoon garlic powder · ½ teaspoon dried oregano

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   Step 5: Pour in the broth or chicken stock and allow this to come to a simmer. Place the lid on and reduce the heat to low. Let the rice cook undisturbed for 25 minutes.

   Simmer rice covered · 25 minUses Seasoned toasted rice · 4 cups chicken broth

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   Step 6: After 25 minutes, remove the rice from the heat, BUT KEEP THE LID ON.

   Uses Covered cooked rice

7. 7

   Step 7: Keep the lid on for 10 minutes after removing from the heat. After this time, you can lift the lid and fluff the rice using a fork. Serve and enjoy.

   Rest off heat · 10 minUses Covered cooked rice off the heat