MEXICAN RICE WITH VEGETABLES

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Make and share this Mexican Rice With Vegetables recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Andtototoo

Categories     Rice

Time 47m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 tablespoons oil
1/2 onion, finely diced
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 serrano chili, minced
1/2 green bell pepper, finely diced
2 cups rice
1 tomatoes, diced
1/4 cup frozen corn, thawed
1/2 carrot, grated
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
3 3/4 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick frying pan or a dutch oven put the oil and onion.
  • Stir-fry over medium heat for 5 minutes.
  • Move the onion to the side of the pan and add the garlic.
  • Stir-fry the garlic until the edges are just starting to brown, and then incorporate the garlic into the onion.
  • Add the minced green chili and the green bell pepper and stir-fry for 3 more minutes.
  • Add the rice and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until all of the rice grains have gotten covered with the oil and the rice has had a chance to fry a bit.
  • Add the tomato, corn and the carrot, cumin and oregano.
  • Stir-fry for one more minute.
  • Add the chicken broth (or vegetable broth or water).
  • Bring the mixture to a good boil, cover, reduce heat to very low and cook for 20 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and let the rice rest, covered, for a few minutes.
  • Stir in the peas and salt.
  • Check for salt and then garnish with cilantro.
  • You may eliminate any of the vegetables that you don't like.

Md. Noman
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This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights.


REDOY YT
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect.


Emihle shabangu Titan
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This is the best Mexican rice I've ever had.


Rizwan Malana
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I'll definitely be making this again.


md ajaher miha
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Yum!


Michael Etta
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5 stars!


3b gaming
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make, delicious, and a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Tohidul Islam
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I was pleasantly surprised by how delicious this rice was. I'm not usually a fan of Mexican food, but this dish was flavorful and satisfying.


Samuel Ayivor
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've added different vegetables, such as zucchini and carrots, and it's always turned out great.


Khansa 385 Azam
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I usually have all of the ingredients on hand, so it's a lifesaver on busy nights.


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I've made this recipe a few times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The rice is always fluffy and flavorful, and the vegetables are cooked perfectly.


Nkosinathi Vilakazi
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This Mexican rice with vegetables is a fantastic one-pot meal that is easy to make and packed with flavor. I especially love the addition of corn and bell peppers, which give the dish a nice crunch and sweetness.