Best 4 Tex Mex Fried Rice Recipes

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**Tex-Mex Fried Rice: A Fusion of Mexican and Chinese Flavors**

For a delicious and unique culinary experience, look no further than Tex-Mex Fried Rice, a vibrant fusion dish that artfully combines the bold flavors of Mexican and Chinese cuisines. This delectable dish takes inspiration from classic Mexican ingredients, such as seasoned ground beef, zesty salsa, and flavorful Mexican rice, and harmoniously blends them with the aromatic essence of Chinese-style fried rice. The result is a tantalizing symphony of flavors that tantalizes the taste buds. Our collection of Tex-Mex Fried Rice recipes offers a variety of options to cater to different preferences and skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned home cook seeking a new culinary adventure or a novice looking to expand your cooking repertoire, our recipes provide clear instructions and helpful tips to guide you in creating this delectable dish at home.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

TEX-MEX SKILLET FRIED RICE



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A little bit fried rice and a little bit beef taco, this skillet mashup is a quick and easy dinner option that's easy to customize with all your favorite taco toppings.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ original taco seasoning mix
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 cup diced yellow onions
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
1 cup Cascadian Farm™ frozen organic sweet corn
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups cooked white rice
1 can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (4 oz)
Diced avocado, fresh cilantro leaves, sliced green onions, Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa, if desired

Steps:

  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until brown. Drain; return to skillet. Stir in taco seasoning mix and water; heat to simmering over medium heat. Cook 1 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Transfer to large bowl, and set aside; carefully wipe out skillet.
  • Add oil to skillet; heat over medium-high heat. Add onions, bell pepper, frozen corn and salt. Cook 7 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables are tender and beginning to brown on edges.
  • Add rice and green chiles; cook 4 to 6 minutes, stirring frequently to break up rice, until heated through. Stir in beef mixture; cook 1 to 2 minutes longer to heat through.
  • Remove from heat. Top with cheese; cover and let stand 1 to 3 minutes or until cheese melts.
  • Top with remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 1 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1040 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1 g

TEX MEX RICE



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Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 shallot, minced
2 cups long grain white rice
Two 14 1/2-ounce cans chicken broth
1 cup diced fire roasted tomatoes, drained
1/2 cup diced carrots
1/2 cup fresh shucked corn kernels or frozen corn
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 bay leaf
Kosher salt
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a heavy pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and shallots, and sweat until translucent, stirring often. Add the rice to the oil and stir constantly to lightly cook the rice until lightly golden.
  • Stir in the chicken broth, tomatoes, carrots, corn, cumin and bay leaf. Season with salt, then cover and cook for 17 to 18 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat, fluff the rice with a fork and discard the bay leaf. Garnish with cilantro, and serve.

TEX-MEX RICE



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"My grandmother gave me the recipe for this nicely spiced rice," recalls Kat Thompson of Prineville, Oregon. At 24 cents per serving, it's an economical side dish. "Or add some ground beef for a satisfying skillet meal," she suggests.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 cups boiling water
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute rice and onion in oil until rice is browned and onion is tender. Stir in the water, green pepper, chili powder and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until rice is tender. Stir in tomatoes; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 490mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

TEX-MEX FRIED RICE



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My kids aren't crazy about refried beans, so I try to find alternative sides for taco nights. This recipe is from Rachael Ray.

Provided by Pinay0618

Categories     Rice

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (14 ounce) can hominy
1 small red onion, chopped
1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 cups cooked long-grain rice
1/4 cup chopped cilantro (about a handful)
2 -3 small tomatoes, seeded and diced
3 dashes hot sauce (more if you like it spicy!)
salt & fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place a medium skillet over medium-high heat with 2 turns of the pan of oil, about 2 tablespoons. Add the hominy or corn, onion, jalapeño and garlic to the pan, and cook until the veggies are golden brown, 5-6 minutes.
  • Add the rice to the pan and continue cooking until the rice is light golden and crispy, 3-4 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the cilantro, tomatoes and hot sauce. Season with salt and pepper and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.3, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 213.9, Carbohydrate 40.7, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 3.9, Protein 4.3

Tips:

  • To make the rice less sticky, rinse it thoroughly in cold water before cooking.
  • Use day-old rice for the best results. Freshly cooked rice will be too moist and sticky.
  • If you don't have any leftover rice, you can cook a fresh batch by following the instructions on the package.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to this dish, such as chopped bell peppers, carrots, or corn.
  • If you want a spicier dish, add more chili powder or cayenne pepper.
  • Serve this fried rice with your favorite Tex-Mex toppings, such as shredded cheese, salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.

Conclusion:

This Tex-Mex fried rice is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover rice. The combination of flavors in this dish is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, give this Tex-Mex fried rice a try.

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