Arroz Mejicana (Mexican Rice) Recipe

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   Use the metal blade of the food processor - drop the garlic through the feed tube with the motor running.Add in the onion, Pulse to chop.

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   Sautee the garlic, onion and rice in the oil, stirring constantly, till the rice is lightly browned (about 3 min).

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   Remove from the heat.

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   Seed and stem the chili pepper.

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   Place in the workbowl of the food processor along with the carrot.

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   Pulse to chop coarsely.

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   Add in to the skillet along with 1/3 of the stock.

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   Simmer 4 to 5 min.

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   Bring the remaining stock to a boil in a saucepan.

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    Add in the saffron and tomato paste.

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    Use the shredding disk of the food processor to pulp and peel the tomato.

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    Add in the tomato pulp and the boiling stock to the skillet.

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    Bring to a boil.

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    Reduce heat.

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    Cover.

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    Simmer for 15 to 20 min.

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    Uncover.

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    Add in the peas.

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    Add in additional stock if the rice seems dry (Don't STIR THE RICE).

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    Cook uncovered till the rice is tender (about 5 min).

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    Add in salt and pepper to taste.

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    Fluff the rice gently with a fork just before serving.

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    Garnish with chopped parsley.

No additional tips available.