Quick and Easy Mexican Rice
This flavorful side dish is super easy to make and the perfect accompaniment to any Mexican themed meal. A no fuss, one bowl of deliciousness that is versatile as well.
Servings 4 people
Cost $3.00
Equipment
- 1 Microwave safe bowl-medium size
- Microwave
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Diced tomatoes in their own liquid
- 1/2 Small Can Diced Green Chiles
- 1-2 Tbsp Dried Minced Onions-to taste
- 1-2 Tbsp Minced Garlic-to taste
- 1 Tbsp Butter
- Salt and Pepper-to taste
- 1-2 tsp Ground Cumin-to taste
- 1 1/2 Cups Instant Rice
- 1 1/2 Cups Vegetable Stock or Chicken Stock
Instructions
- In a microwave safe bowl, add the tomatoes, green chiles, minced onions, minced garlic, butter, salt, and pepper
- Stir well to combine
- Add rice and stockStir again to fully combine
- Add ground cumin and stir to combine. This really adds the depth of Mexican flavor needed for this dish
- Place in microwave and cook for 5 minutes (cover bowl with plastic wrap if you would like). Just be careful of the steam release when opening later
- Carefully remove from microwave and fluff with a fork
- If the rice isn't fully cooked, place back into the microwave and cook for an additional 2 minutes
- Remove and fluff again
- Serve alongside your favorite Mexican foods or enjoy by itself
- Top with fresh cilantro leaves, chopped chives, chopped green onions, a squeeze of lime, sliced avocado, a sprinkle of cheddar cheese and/or a dollop of sour cream. I have also used jarred salsa or leftover pico de gallo instead of canned tomatoes. Whatever your preference is. This is always quick, easy and delicious!
- This is so versatile...you can add fresh or frozen and thawed colored peppers, onions and corn to the liquid before cooking, or canned black beans. Or stir in cooked and diced chicken, or cooked ground beef. For extra spice...add jalapenos or a few shakes of hot sauce.