Easy Authentic Mexican Rice (2024)

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This easy Mexican rice recipe is cooked with onion powder, garlic powder, and tomato sauce for a simple side dish. Add green bell pepper, red bell pepper, or fresh tomato to the rice before simmering for extra flavor and color, according to your family's taste. Use chicken stock in place of water for even more savory flavor.

Submitted byPattyBluebird

Updated on May 29, 2022

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Cook Time:

25 mins

Total Time:

25 mins

Servings:

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Ingredients

¼ cup canola oil
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 cup uncooked white rice
1 ½ cups water
1 (6.5 ounce) can tomato sauce

Directions

Heat canola oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; season with onion powder and garlic powder. Stir in rice and cook until golden, 2 to 4 minutes.
Stir in water and tomato sauce; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

158	Calories
7g	Fat
21g	Carbs
2g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe8
Calories158
% Daily Value *
Total Fat7g	9%
Saturated Fat1g	3%
Sodium124mg	5%
Total Carbohydrate21g	8%
Dietary Fiber1g	3%
Total Sugars2g
Protein2g	4%
Vitamin C2mg	2%
Calcium15mg	1%
Iron1mg	7%
Potassium123mg	3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.