SOPA SECA DE ARROZ- MEXICAN RICE

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My BF said this was the best rice he had ever eaten. I adapted this recipe from a Sunset Mexican Cookbook. This recipe can easily be cut in half.

Provided by cookiedog

Categories     White Rice

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups long grain rice
6 tablespoons butter or 6 tablespoons margarine
2 small onions, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped
4 cups regular-strength chicken broth
2 -3 california chilies (optional) or 2 -3 pasilla chiles, medium sized, seeded and chopped (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
1 cup pimento stuffed olive

Steps:

  • In a wide frying pan over medium-high heat, brown rice lightly in butter or margarine.
  • Add onion, garlic, tomato, and chiles, if used and cook for 2 or 3 minutes; add 3 cups of the broth.
  • Cover and simmer 25 to 35 minutes or bake, covered, in a 350F oven 50 to 60 minutes.
  • Add more broth, if needed, to cook rice. However, there should be no liquid remaining when rice is tender to bite.
  • Add cilantro, if desired, during last 10 minutes.
  • Garnish rice with olives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.5, Fat 14.4, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 1319.5, Carbohydrate 56.7, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 4.4, Protein 13.6

Waaris King
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Khasane Prince
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I made this dish in my slow cooker and it turned out perfectly. The rice was cooked evenly and the vegetables were still crisp.


Sk Aliraj
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The rice is so flavorful that they won't even notice the healthy ingredients.


asif ur rahman
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor and the colorful presentation.


Alexander Ontiveros
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


babatunde ibrahim adebayo
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This dish is a great way to impress your friends and family. It's also a great way to show off your cooking skills.


Iqrash Khan
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Lx AGUN
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I love that this dish is so versatile. You can add any vegetables or protein that you like.


Derartu AD
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great weeknight meal because it's quick and easy to make.


Sarath Wijesooriya
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I made this dish in my Instant Pot and it turned out perfectly. The rice was cooked evenly and the vegetables were still crisp.


David Kurtovic
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I'm a vegetarian and I was able to easily adapt this recipe to my dietary needs. I simply omitted the chicken and added extra vegetables.


James Summers
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The rice is so flavorful that they won't even notice the healthy ingredients.


Rajib Mithu
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the unique flavor and the colorful presentation.


fortnite HD
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to follow and the end result is a flavorful and satisfying dish.


Sierra Houghton
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I'm not usually a fan of Mexican food, but this dish was surprisingly delicious. The flavors were well-balanced and the rice was cooked perfectly.


R M,h RAKIB
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a very economical meal, which is always a plus.


Borhan Uddin
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out perfectly. The rice was cooked to perfection and the vegetables were tender-crisp. The flavors were also spot-on.


Tariq Ustad
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This recipe was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the tender rice. I will definitely be making this again.


Robin71 Suma33
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This Sopa Seca de Arroz was an absolute delight! The flavors were incredibly rich and complex, and the texture was perfect. I especially loved the crispy bits of rice that added a nice contrast to the soft, fluffy rice.