MEXICAN RICE

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This easy mexican rice side dish is made with rice, onion, green bell pepper, garlic, tomatoes, and spices. It is way better than a lot of the rice served in many restaurants in my opinion, and couldn't be easier!

Provided by Jake Wheeler

Categories     Rice

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 minced garlic clove
2 teaspoons oil
1 cup long grain rice
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups beef broth

Steps:

  • In a heavy skillet saute onion, green bell pepper and garlic in oil until onion is softened.
  • Add rice to skillet and cook over medium-high heat until rice has browned.
  • Add tomatoes, chili powder , salt, and beef broth.
  • Bring to a boil; cover, lower heat, and simmer until liquid has been absorbed, about 20 minutes.
  • Taste and add more salt if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151, Fat 2, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 528.2, Carbohydrate 29.5, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 2.5, Protein 3.7

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