MEXICAN RICE PILAF

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This is a nice, spicy rice dish.

Provided by Alison

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes     Pilaf

Time 35m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 ½ cups vegetable broth
1 ½ cups instant brown rice
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
½ teaspoon ground cumin
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 large tomato, seeded and chopped
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium high heat. Add onion and garlic; cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in broth, rice, chili powder, jalapeno peppers, and cumin. Cover, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat, and simmer for 4 minutes. Stir in bell pepper. Cover. Simmer for 5 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.
  • Stir tomato and shredded cheese into hot cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 590.3 calories, Carbohydrate 68.5 g, Cholesterol 50.3 mg, Fat 26.9 g, Fiber 8.1 g, Protein 23.2 g, SaturatedFat 11.8 g, Sodium 692.4 mg, Sugar 10.1 g

Sudais Babar
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover rice.


AHTASHAM MIRZA
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I've never made Mexican rice pilaf before, but this recipe made it easy.


Samar Jutt
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Ariyaan Panwaar
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I love the addition of corn and black beans to this recipe. It gives it a nice pop of flavor.


Karen Amador
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This dish is perfect for a party or potluck.


Eleazar Aguilar
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This recipe is a great way to add some Mexican flavor to your next meal.


Bill Sphar
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover rice.


oneko farquharson
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This is my go-to recipe for Mexican rice pilaf. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


pashto songs new dabbled
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always comes out delicious.


doremon 11
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This Mexican rice pilaf is the perfect side dish. It's flavorful and easy to make.


Prabin Lamichhane
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I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it. It's a great dish for a weeknight meal.


Beth Robbins
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This dish was delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. It was also very easy to make.


FREDRICK O
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This recipe is a keeper! The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Pashin Chenal
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I've tried many Mexican rice pilaf recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so flavorful and has the perfect texture.


Imange Namba
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This Mexican rice pilaf was a hit at our dinner party! It was flavorful and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


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