Mexican rice with onions
4 servings
30 minutes
Mexican-style rice with onions is a bright and aromatic dish that reflects the spirit of Mexican cuisine. Its roots lie in the traditions of using simple ingredients with rich flavors. Golden fried rice absorbs the spiciness of garlic and oregano, while the sweetness of corn and peas complements its multifaceted taste. Tomatoes add a slight tanginess to the dish, and green onions provide freshness. This dish pairs perfectly with meat or fish or can be a complete vegetarian dinner. It should be served hot, fluffed with a fork for an airy texture. It is not only nutritious but also gives a sense of comfort and home warmth, remaining an unchanged favorite in Mexican homes.
1
Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
2
Add rice and sauté for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Then add corn, peas, green onion, garlic, and oregano, and sauté for 1 minute.
- Brown rice: 1 glass
- Frozen corn: 1 glass
- Peas: 1 glass
- Green chopped onions: 8 stems
- Finely chopped garlic: 3 cloves
- Dried oregano: 0.5 teaspoon
3
Put the tomato paste in a 400 ml measuring cup. Fill the measuring cup with boiling water and stir. Pour the mixture over the rice with vegetables, add salt and pepper.
- Tomato paste: 2 tablespoons
- Ground cumin: 1 teaspoon
4
Reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid, and let it simmer for 15 minutes to evaporate the liquid. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork before serving.