The Best Mexican Rice Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp oil
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 1/2 onion (roughly chopped)
• 1 cup long grain rice
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp Mexican oregano
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce ((or up to 1 cup))
• 1.25 cup water

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat and add onions. Fry until onions are just translucent, about 3 minutes

2. 2

   Add the rice, garlic, and cumin. Continue frying until rice is golden brown and nutty, about 2-3 minutes

3. 3

   Add tomato sauce and oregano. Stir until rice is evenly coated with tomato sauce.

4. 4

   Add water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat.

5. 5

   When the water has reached a boil, immediately cover with a lid and reduce heat to the lowest setting. Set a timer for 20 minutes and don't disturb or peek under the lid for any reason.

6. 6

   When the 20 minutes are up, remove from heat, continuing not to touch the lid, and let steam for another 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, fluff and serve.