Para Morirse Para Mexican Rice with My Twist
Elevate your dinners with 'Para Morirse Para Mexican Rice with My Twist,' a vibrant, flavor-packed spin on classic Mexican rice that's guaranteed to wow your taste buds! This irresistible dish combines perfectly toasted long-grain white rice with aromatic garlic and onion, enriched by bold layers of tomato paste, smoky chipotle peppers in adobo, and warm spices like cumin and smoked paprika. A splash of fresh lime juice and a sprinkle of cilantro add a zesty, herbaceous finale, making it the ultimate side dish for tacos, enchiladas, or grilled meats. Quick and easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings alike. Whether you're serving it as a flavorful base or as a standalone star, this Mexican rice recipe is truly "to die for!"
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups long-grain white rice
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup canned diced tomatoes
- 2.5 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon chipotle peppers in adobo, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear to remove surface starch.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium-high heat.
Add the rice to the skillet and sauté, stirring frequently, until the rice turns lightly golden, about 4-5 minutes.
Stir in the diced onion and garlic, cooking until the onion softens, about 2 minutes.
Add the tomato paste and canned diced tomatoes to the skillet. Stir well to coat the rice evenly and cook for 1-2 minutes.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and add the finely chopped chipotle peppers, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and sea salt. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender.
Remove the skillet from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to finish steaming.
Fluff the rice gently with a fork, then stir in the lime juice and chopped cilantro.
Serve warm as a side dish or as a base for your favorite Mexican-inspired meals.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
956 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.7 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 27.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 5 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 4819 mg | 210% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 114.8 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.2 g | ||
| Protein | 17.5 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 200 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1259 mg | 27% | |
*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.
