Mexican Rice Recipe

This easy Mexican Rice recipe is foolproof and flavorful—just stir, simmer, and let it steam. With simple pantry ingredients and no constant stirring, it delivers that classic, restaurant‑style taste in minutes. The result is fluffy, seasoned rice that pairs perfectly with tacos, enchiladas, or chips and salsa for effortless weeknight meals.

Mexican Rice

This easy Mexican Rice recipe is foolproof and flavorful—just stir, simmer, and let it steam.

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Total Time 20 minutes mins

Servings: 6

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 2 cups of instant rice
• 8 oz can tomato sauce
• 2 cups water
• 2 tsp cumin
• 2 tsp chile powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp tumeric
• salt and pepper to taste

Method

 

1. Stir the water, tomato sauce, and seasonings together in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Stir in the 2 cups of rice. Put a lid on the pot and turn off the heat. Allow to stand for 10-15 minutes. Remove lid and fluff with a fork.