Mexican Rice Pilaf Recipes

MEXICAN INSPIRED BROWN RICE PILAF

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Who says that pilaf can only be made with couscous?! Why not try a different version using nutty brown rice instead of the usual grains. This recipe is healthy, satisfying and makes best use of your pantry staples. I hope youll like it as much as we do. :)

Provided by Lalaloula

Categories Mexican

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 cup brown rice, uncooked
2 cups vegetable broth (or water)
2 carrots, coarsely grated
1 large tomatoes, diced (cored if you prefer)
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon jalapeno, diced
1 1/2 teaspoons dried onion, minced
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons oil
2 teaspoons apple juice
salt and black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped

Steps:

Place brown rice in a pot and cover with the 2 cups of broth/water. Bring to a boil and allow to simmer uncovered for 40 minutes or until liquid has evaporated and rice has softened.
Meanwhile combine carrots, tomato, kidney beans and jalapenos in a big bowl. Add minced onion, garlic, oil and apple juice. Mix to combine.
When rice is ready, drain off any remaining liquid and add rice to veggies. Mix well, season with salt and black pepper to taste. Sprinkle with fresh herbs.
Enjoy! :).

MEXICAN RICE PILAF

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Make and share this Mexican Rice Pilaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Graybert

Categories Rice

Time 37m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
1 1/2 cups quick-cooking brown rice
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese

Steps:

In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium high heat.
Add onion and garlic; cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in broth, rice, chili powder, jalapeno peppers, and cumin.
Cover, and bring to a boil over high heat.
Reduce heat, and simmer for 4 minutes.
Stir in bell pepper.
Cover.
Simmer for 5 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.
Stir tomato and shredded cheese into hot cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.1, Fat 24.9, SaturatedFat 11.8, Cholesterol 50.3, Sodium 337.7, Carbohydrate 15.6, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 8, Protein 16.3

MEXICAN RICE PILAF

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Make and share this Mexican Rice Pilaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Tom J. Beehler

Categories Brown Rice

Time 35m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
1 1/2 cups instant brown rice
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded

Steps:

In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium high heat.
Add onion and garlic; cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in broth, rice, chili powder, jalapeno peppers, and cumin.
Cover, and bring to a boil over high heat.
Reduce heat, and simmer for 4 minutes.
Stir in bell pepper.
Cover.
Simmer for 5 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.
Stir tomato and shredded cheese into hot cooked rice.

MEXICAN RICE II

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This is a wonderful side dish for any Mexican dinner.

Provided by Mommyto2

Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
1 teaspoon garlic salt
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ cup chopped onion
½ cup tomato sauce
2 cups chicken broth

Steps:

Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat and add rice. Cook, stirring constantly, until puffed and golden. While rice is cooking, sprinkle with salt and cumin.
Stir in onions and cook until tender. Stir in tomato sauce and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Carbohydrate 42.4 g, Cholesterol 2.5 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 1095.6 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

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