MEXICAN WHITE RICE

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A side dish that is mostly used by Mexicans as a side dish for fish and shellfish dishes.

Provided by gem

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Green Peas

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ cup fresh corn kernels
1 fresh poblano chile pepper - seeded, deveined, and chopped
½ onion, chopped
¼ cup drained canned peas
1 clove garlic, minced
¼ cup minced carrot
1 cup water
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup white rice, rinsed and drained
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat; cook the corn kernels in the hot oil until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir the poblano pepper, onion, peas, garlic, and carrot into the corn; cook and stir another 5 minutes.
  • Pour the water and milk into the mixture; bring to a boil. Allow the butter to melt into the boiling mixture. Add the rice and stir. Season with chicken bouillon; cover the saucepan, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer the mixture until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.6 calories, Carbohydrate 34.7 g, Cholesterol 13.6 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 249 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

Raheel Khanz
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I love the pop of color that the cilantro adds to this dish.


me fav
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This rice is a great way to add some extra protein to your diet. It's also a good source of fiber.


Christopher Shakeel
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I've tried this recipe with different types of rice and it always turns out great. It's a really versatile dish.


Emmanuel John
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This rice is the perfect side dish for a summer cookout. It's light and refreshing.


AGOBIE SUNDAY
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I love how this rice can be made in one pot. It makes cleanup a breeze.


Ahmad Haruna
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This recipe is so easy to follow, even for a beginner cook like me. The rice turned out perfect!


Sabnil Kumar
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This rice is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great way to add some extra flavor to your meals.


Shawon 0078
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I've made this rice several times now and it's always a hit. It's so flavorful and versatile.


MDUDUZI MDU
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This rice is the perfect side dish for any Mexican meal. It's also great for meal prep.


Angel Solis
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I made this rice for my family last night and they loved it! Even my picky kids ate it all up.


Prince Sadin
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and the rice is always delicious.


Hamida Rashidi
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This rice is so fluffy and flavorful! I love the addition of garlic and cilantro.


Daniel Bio
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always short on time, but this rice cooks up in just 20 minutes. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Alexander Hernandez
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I've tried many Mexican white rice recipes, but this one is definitely my favorite. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfect.


Joan Wambui
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This Mexican white rice was a hit at my dinner party! It was flavorful and fluffy, and the perfect accompaniment to my tacos and enchiladas.