Applebee's Mexican Rice Recipe
When you're craving a delicious bowl of Mexican rice just like Applebee's, you can make this recipe!Let the bold flavors take center stage with some freshly chopped onions and a hint of garlic sautéed in olive oil.One thing I cherish about this recipe is its versatility—you can pair it with so many different dishes like grilled chicken or even spice it up with jalapeños for some extra kick!Don't forget to fluff the rice with a fork before serving to give it that light, airy texture we all enjoy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Long-Grain White Rice
- 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
- 1 can Tomato Sauce 8 oz.
- 2 cups Chicken Broth
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- 1/2 tsp Ground Cumin
- 1/4 cup Diced Onion
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until it runs clear.
- This helps remove excess starch, ensuring it doesn't become sticky.
- In a large saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Add the rice and sauté it until it turns a light golden brown.
- Stir in the diced onion, cooking until it softens.
- This usually takes around 2-3 minutes.
- Add the tomato sauce, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, and a pinch of salt to the pan.
- Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.
- Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
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