Mexican Rice Cooker Rice
Elevate your side dish game with this effortless Mexican Rice Cooker Rice, a one-pot wonder packed with bold, authentic flavors. Perfectly cooked white rice is infused with savory chicken broth, rich tomato sauce, and fragrant spices like cumin and paprika, creating a vibrant, aromatic base. Sautéed onions and garlic add depth, while a mix of peas and carrots brings a pop of color and a touch of sweetness. Made entirely in your rice cooker, this recipe takes just 10 minutes to prep and delivers fluffy, restaurant-style Mexican rice with minimal effort. Garnish with fresh cilantro for an optional herbal finish, and enjoy it as the perfect companion to tacos, enchiladas, or grilled meats. Whether for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this delicious and convenient recipe is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 small, finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon or to taste salt
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
- 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional) fresh cilantro
Instructions
Rinse the white rice under cold water in a fine-mesh sieve until the water runs clear to remove excess starch, then drain well.
Set the rice cooker to its 'sauté' or equivalent setting (if available) and heat the vegetable oil.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the rice cooker and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
Add the rinsed and drained rice to the rice cooker and stir well to coat the grains in the oil. Toast the rice lightly for 3-4 minutes until it begins to take on a golden color.
Stir in the ground cumin, paprika, and salt, ensuring the spices evenly coat the rice.
Add the chicken broth and tomato sauce to the rice cooker and mix well, ensuring no clumps of rice stick to the bottom.
Stir in the frozen peas and carrots mix. Close the lid of the rice cooker and set it to the white rice program or standard cooking mode (depending on the model).
Allow the rice to cook undisturbed until the program completes, about 20-25 minutes.
Once the rice cooker indicates it’s done, leave the lid closed and let the rice steam for an additional 5 minutes.
Fluff the rice with a fork, garnish with chopped cilantro if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
945 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.7 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3937 mg | 171% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 138.0 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.5 g | ||
| Protein | 27.6 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 217 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1332 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
