Side-dish

Mexican rice

6 portions

25 minutes

Add a little pizzazz to your meals with this Mexican spiced rice, a versatile, tasty side dish that will appeal to everyone around the table.

INGREDIENTS

1 tablespoon (15 mL) vegetable oil
1 onion, finely chopped
1 cup (240 mL) long grain white rice
1½ cups (360 mL) chicken broth (330 mL water + 30 mL liquid bouillon concentrate)
½ can (75 mL) tomato paste
2 tablespoons Mejicano Mexican spice blend (see recipe)
1 tablespoon (15 mL) fresh cilantro, chopped
A few lime wedges

In a saucepan, sauté the onions in oil 2 to 3 minutes. Add the rice and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the rice becomes translucent.
Add all the other ingredients and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer, covered, for 25 minutes.
Remove from heat and let stand a few minutes.
Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.

4 to 6 portions

45 minutes

6 to 8 portions

30 minutes

4 portions

40 minutes