This delicious classic Mexican rice recipe is cooked in a rich tomato broth with zesty serrano peppers making it a very flavorful side dish. Mexican rice is very versatile and can be used in tacos, burritos, or simply eaten by itself.

Ingredients:

Rice

Tomatoes

Onion

Garlic

Chicken Stock

Peppers

1

Add the rice to some warm water (110° to 115°) and soak for about 10 minutes. Rinse under cold water and set aside to dry.

2

While soaking, roast the tomato, onion, and garlic in a small amount of oil over high heat in a frying pan until seared on all sides.

3

Transfer the roasted vegetables to a blender and puree until smooth. Set aside.

4

Add some oil to a frying pan over medium heat and fry the rinsed and dried rice for about 5 to 6 minutes.

5

Pour in the pureed tomato mixture and stir to combine and cook just until the rice has absorbed most of it.