Home-Style Mexican Rice

Ginny Sue's Note:

I've tried a lot of Mexican rice recipes over the years, and this is my current favorite. This can also be made into a gift mix.

• Total Time: 30 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 25 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 2 1/2 cups water
• 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
• 1 tablespoon dried onions
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper (to taste)
• 1 1/4 cups rice
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Directions:

1. Combine water, bouillon granules, onions and all spices in a 2 quart pot.
2. Bring to a boil and add rice.
3. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook until rice is tender and water is absorbed, about 20-25 minutes.
4. Remove from heat, stir in cilantro and serve.

Reviews

[ladyfingers]

This side dish would complement just about any meal, whether it be everyday or company. So easy to prepare and has a subtle Mexican flavor. Because the spiciness is not too pronounced, it is sure to appeal to most everyone at the table. That's a big plus in this house. Thanks, Ginny Sue, for making us all happy.

[jujusmommy]

I liked this, but had a few problems. I used twice as much of each spice but still thought it was a little bland and needed more flavor, However, I didn't have any dried onions on hand and used onion powder, so that may make a difference next time. I also used chicken broth instead of water and bouillon; this too might have created less flavor than the recipe as written. My rice never soaked up all the liquid, but was a good texture at the end of the recommended cooking time. Next time I will follow the recipe as written and see if I get more flavorful results. I specifically picked this recipe because it was just flavored rice - no chunky tomatoes or any other veggies (very picky husband with texture issues), and will use it again until I get it right for my family's taste buds. Thanks so much for posting!

[brian48195]

This was good and very easy to make. Thanks for sharing. Brian