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Mexican Rice Dish

Easy Mexican Rice in a Rice Cooker

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4.6 from 116 reviews

Savor the vibrant flavors of this easy Mexican rice recipe, perfectly cooked in your rice cooker for a delicious side or main dish.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup long grain white rice
  • 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • ½ cup bell peppers, diced (red and green)
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Rinse the rice under cold water in a fine mesh strainer until the water runs clear.
  2. Optional: Sauté diced bell peppers in olive oil in the rice cooker for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
  3. Add rinsed rice to the cooker along with vegetable broth, lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  4. Close the lid and set to cook mode; allow approximately 20 minutes for cooking.
  5. Once finished, let the rice sit for 5-10 minutes without lifting the lid.
  6. Fluff with a fork and top with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • For added texture, include corn or swap in your favorite vegetables.
  • Adjust spices to suit your taste; add jalapeños for heat if desired.
  • Author: Sophie
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 410mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 41g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg