MEXICAN RICE WITH POACHED EGGS

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This Mexican rice recipe topped with soft fried eggs works for breakfast or dinner. I like to serve the dish with hot tortillas and a side of refried beans for a complete meal. -Jeanne Lewis, Brooklyn, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound bulk spicy pork sausage
1 medium onion, diced
1 medium sweet red pepper, diced
1 to 2 seeded jalapeno peppers, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon beef base
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon pepper
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
2 cups water
6 large eggs
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Warm corn or flour tortillas (6 inches), optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook sausage, crumbling meat, with onion and peppers until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in beef base, cumin and black pepper., Add rice; brown lightly. Pour in water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, 18-20 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Transfer to a platter; keep warm., Meanwhile, poach eggs by bringing 2-3 in. water to a boil in a large saucepan or skillet with high sides; adjust heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Break cold eggs, one at a time, into a small bowl; holding bowl close to water surface, slip egg into water. Cook, uncovered, until whites are completely set and yolks begin to thicken but are not hard, 3-5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, lift eggs out of water. Place on rice; sprinkle with cheese. If desired serve with warm tortillas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482 calories, Fat 28g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 246mg cholesterol, Sodium 998mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

Chris Dye
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I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


SHARON HASKINS
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This recipe was not what I expected. The rice was dry and the eggs were overcooked.


Md insan
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The rice was a little mushy, but the eggs were cooked perfectly.


Sikandar Arif
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I found the recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices and it was much better.


Kiyimba Charles
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The rice was a little dry, but the eggs were cooked perfectly.


Patricia Cavazos
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! I will definitely be making this again.


Benita Pinson
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I'm not a huge fan of Mexican food, but I thought this recipe was pretty good. The rice was flavorful and the eggs were cooked perfectly.


susma sapkota
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The rice and eggs are a delicious and satisfying combination.


nixon neiko
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook rice, and this recipe was a great find. The rice was flavorful and the eggs were cooked perfectly.


Barchouchi Skander
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This recipe is a great way to add some variety to your breakfast routine. The rice and eggs are a delicious and satisfying combination.


Arinaitwe Susan
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I made this for breakfast and it was delicious! The rice was fluffy and the eggs were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Michelle besant
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This dish was a great way to use up some leftover rice. The eggs added a nice touch of protein and the salsa gave it a nice kick.


BABA GALAXI
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I was a little skeptical about this recipe, but I'm glad I tried it. The rice was very flavorful and the eggs were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Hridoy Singha
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! The rice was fluffy and the eggs were cooked perfectly. I served it with some black beans and avocado, and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Lee Yuel
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I'm not a huge fan of Mexican food, but this dish was surprisingly good. The rice was very flavorful and the eggs were cooked just the way I like them. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Sulman Mughal
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This Mexican rice with poached eggs was a hit with my family! The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the eggs were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.