Arroz Rojo (Mexican Style Red Rice) Recipe

Name: Arroz Rojo (Mexican Style Red Rice)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup raw rice; 2 tablespoons lard or 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 large tomatoes; 1/2 white onion; 2 garlic cloves; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 celery, cut in half; 1 parsley sprig; 1 1/3 cups chicken broth (home made is best); 1/2 large lime, juice only; salt, to taste (optional)

Servings: persons

1 cup raw rice
2 tablespoons lard or 3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large tomatoes
1/2 white onion
2 garlic cloves
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 celery, cut in half
1 parsley sprig
1 1/3 cups chicken broth (home made is best)
1/2 large lime, juice only
salt, to taste (optional)

1
Cover the raw rice in very hot water and set aside to soak for 15 minutes.
2
Drain the rice and rinse under cold water.
3
Drain the rice thoroughly and spread out to dry on a towel or large baking sheet in a ventilated area.Let dry about an hour.
4
Meanwhile,place the tomato,onion,garlic,and pepper in a blender and blend to a smooth puree,adding a little bit of the chicken broth if necessary.
5
Heat the oil in a medium pot over medium heat.When the oil is hot,add the rice and cook,stirring,for a few minutes,lowering the heat slightly to keep it from burning.When the rice is well coated in oil and sounds like sand when stirred,add the tomato puree.Cook,stirring occasionally,until the puree is slightly thickened.
6
Add the celery,parsley,broth,and lime juice.Add a little salt to tste ,if desired(you may want to omit the salt if the broth is well seasoned).
7
Bring to a boil.Cover the pot,and lower the heat to low.Cook for 20 minutes,or until the rice is tender and has absorbed all of the liquid.
8
Serve hot.

466

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup raw rice, 2 tablespoons lard or 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 large tomatoes, 1/2 white onion, and more.

Yes, Arroz Rojo (Mexican Style Red Rice) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Arroz Rojo (Mexican Style Red Rice)

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