Restaurant-Style Mexican Rice is a simple recipe that is exploding with flavor! With a rich tomato base and just the right amount of jalapeƱos, tomatoes and corn it's the best Mexican Rice ever!
We love Mexican food, and quite often when we dine out it is at a Mexican restaurant. The rice is always so amazing, so we had to create our own version to enjoy at home!
The whole family goes crazy over this recipe. I eat it right out of the pan—you have to taste test, right? But I was busted when they walked in while I was happy dancing over the pan.
Honestly, I would be fine with eating this as my entire dinner, but the responsible adult in me kicks in . . . well, at least when my daughter is around.
It is great on its own or with chicken or steak stirred in. We also love it on burritos and I even eat it with my eggs in the morning. How versatile is that?
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Helpful Tips to make Restaurant-Style Mexican Rice:
- Customize your heat level. Add one jalapeƱo for mild, two for medium and three for hot.
What you will need to make Restaurant-Style Mexican Rice:
- 10 " Large Skillet- I have had this pan since 2006. It is my go-to large skillet. It heats evenly and quickly. The stainless steel cleans up beautifully with a little baking soda so they still look brand new.
Enjoy!
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Restaurant-Style Mexican Rice
Restaurant-Style Mexican Rice is a simple recipe that is exploding with flavor! With a rich tomato base and just the right amount of jalapeƱos, tomatoes and corn it's the best Mexican Rice ever!
prep time: 15 minscook time: 15 minstotal time: 30 mins
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 medium white onion, diced
- 1–3 jalapeƱo peppers, seeded and minced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups long-grain jasmine rice
- 2 cups reduced sodium chicken stock
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 1 cup corn (frozen, fresh or canned and drained)
- 2 tablespoons Mexican Seasoning Blend (recipe below)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- Chopped fresh cilantro
Mexican Seasoning Blend
- 4 tablespoons New Mexico chile powder
- 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano leaves
- 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Warm the oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Once you can feel the heat when you hold your hand 6 inches above the skillet, add the onion and jalapeƱos to the pan and cook until the onions begin to soften, 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the garlic and stir. Continue cooking for 30 seconds.
- Add the rice and stir until it is well coated in the oil. Cook until the rice starts to brown, 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the chicken stock, tomatoes,tomato sauce, corn, seasoning blend and salt. Stir to combine and bring to a boil.
- Cover the pot, decrease the heat to a simmer and cook until the rice is cooked through, 12 to 15 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and sprinkle with the cilantro.
Mexican Seasoning Blend
- Combine the ingredients in an airtight 8-ounce mason jar. Seal and shake until well mixed. Store in a cool, dry, dark place.
- For maximum freshness and potency, it is best to store herbs in a sealed airtight container, away from light and heat. Also, moisture can cause caking and other problems, so it’s best to avoid keeping them near the stove or in the refrigerator. Replace ground herbs and spices every 6 to 9 months. If the color has faded, most likely so has the flavor. Time to buy fresh ones.
DONNA'S NOTE
- Customize your heat level. Add one jalapeƱo for mild, two for medium and three for hot.
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