Mexican Style Rice Pilaf
Ingredients:
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Savor the flavors of Mexico with this vibrant and aromatic Mexican Style Rice Pilaf. Sauteed onions, garlic, and carrots are combined with rice, ancho chili powder, cumin, tomatoes, and a medley of vegetables, creating a dish that is both savory and satisfying.
Ingredients
Ingredients | |
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| 1 | medium onion, finely chopped |
| 1 | tablespoon olive oil |
| 1 | garlic clove, finely chopped |
| 1 | small carrot, diced |
| 2 | cups raw rice |
| 2 | tablespoons dried ancho chile powder |
| 2 | teaspoons cumin |
| 1⁄2 | cup tomatoes, chopped |
| 3 1⁄2 | cups broth |
| 1⁄4 | cup peas |
| 1⁄4 | cup corn |
| 2 | tablespoons green peppers, diced |
| 1 | pinch oregano |
Instructions
Cooking Instructions | |
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| 1. | Heat olive oil in a pan, then saute the finely chopped onion until soft. Add in the garlic and diced carrot, and cook for 3 minutes. |
| 2. | Stir in the raw rice and cook until it turns light golden. Sprinkle with ancho chili powder and cumin, and continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes. |
| 3. | Add the chopped tomatoes, broth, peas, corn, diced green peppers, and a pinch of oregano. Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover the pan, reduce the heat, and let it simmer over low heat for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender. |
Published on Sep 29, 2024 by Luminița