Mexican Rice I

Easy to prepare and the flavor of Mexico is in your kitchen!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 79 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 ½ teaspoons vegetable oil
• ½ teaspoon ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon chili powder
• ½ small small onion, diced
• ⅔ cup uncooked long-grain rice
• 3 ounces canned diced tomatoes

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Stir in onion and saute until translucent.

Step 2

Pour the rice into the pan and stir to coat grains with oil. Mix in cumin, chili powder, tomatoes, salt and water. Cover, bring to a boil then reduce heat to low. Cook at a simmer for 20 to 30 minutes or until rice is tender. Stir occasionally.