Description
Dive into the heartwarming and vibrant world of Mexican cuisine with this Zesty Mexican Rice Delight. Perfect as either a hearty main course or a flavorful side dish, this recipe is sure to impress with its dynamic flavors and colorful presentation. It seamlessly blends fresh vegetables, aromatic spices, and the wholesome goodness of brown rice into a delightful culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- 1 small onion, minced
- 1 medium red pepper, minced
- 1 medium carrot, minced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 3 ½ cups chicken stock or vegetable stock
- 2 cups brown rice
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 large tomatoes, diced
- 1 medium jalapeño pepper, minced
- 1 cup frozen corn
- ½ cup cilantro, minced
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (preferably fresh)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preparing the Base Heat the oil in a medium-sized pot over medium-high heat. Sauté the minced onion, red pepper, and carrot until the onion becomes golden and translucent, approximately 5 minutes.
- Step 2: Adding Spices and Liquids Add the minced garlic and ground cumin to the pot, letting them cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then, pour in the chicken or vegetable stock.
- Step 3: Cooking the Rice Stir in the brown rice, sea salt, diced tomatoes, and minced jalapeño pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and let it cook for 40 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
- Step 4: Final Touches Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the frozen corn, minced cilantro, and lime juice, ensuring everything is well combined.