My Favorite Mexican Rice Recipe Fluffy, tomatoey, perfectly seasoned Mexican rice coming right up.♡ We cook Mexican food A LOT in our house, and a big pot of rice is one of those easy side dishes that goes with just about everything.After trying many different recipes over the years, this is the one I’ve landed on as my forever favorite.

It’s full of flavor, with just the right amount of cumin, garlic and chili powder in every bite.Sweet corn adds a little pop of texture and sweetness, while fresh cilantro and lime brighten everything up at the end.It turns out perfectly fluffy and flavorful each time.

And best of all, it’s always a hit with our whole family.Let’s make some rice! Mexican Rice Tips Rice can be surprisingly particular, so here are a few tips that make a noticeable difference with this recipe: Rinse the rice well.Rinsing removes excess surface starch, which helps keep the finished rice from becoming sticky.

The water doesn’t need to run perfectly clear, but it should be mostly clear.Give the rice time to toast.This step adds a subtle nutty flavor and helps the grains hold their shape.

Keep stirring so the rice toasts evenly without burning.Cook the tomato paste with the spices.Letting the tomato paste darken slightly deepens its flavor, while the brief contact with the hot oil helps the spices taste more fragrant.

Use regular chicken stock.The rice absorbs quite a bit of seasoning as it cooks, so regula

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