Leah's Arroz Rojo (Mexican Red Rice) Recipe

Name: Leah's Arroz Rojo (Mexican Red Rice)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Roma tomatoes, chopped fine; 2 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin; 1 cup finely chopped onion; 2 clove minced garlic; 2 cup chicken stock; 1 cup long grain rice; 1/4 cup tomato sauce; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; 1 tsp dried Mexican oregano; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1/2 tsp chili powder; 1/2 juice of a half a lime

Servings: persons

2 Roma tomatoes, chopped fine
2 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
1 cup finely chopped onion
2 clove minced garlic
2 cup chicken stock
1 cup long grain rice
1/4 cup tomato sauce
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 tsp dried Mexican oregano
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp chili powder
1/2 juice of a half a lime

1
Saute the onion in a large skillet or saucepan in the olive oil until translucent.
2
About 3 minutes
3
Add the garlic and rice, cook until slightly toasted.
4
Add the broth, tomato sauce, and chopped tomatoes.
5
Bring to a boil.
6
Add the cilantro, Mexican oregano,cumin, chili powder, and salt and pepper.
7
Reduce heat and cover, cooking until liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
8
Do not open the cover.
9
Rice needs steam to cook, and releasing the steam adds to the cooking time not to mention making the rice sticky and tough.
10
Remove from heat.Let sit for 8 minutes before removing the cover.
11
Squeeze the juice of a half of a lime when done cooking and stir in
12
Delicious!
13
Serve with your favorite Mexican or Tex Mex dishes.
14
Or anything else!

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Roma tomatoes, chopped fine, 2 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin, 1 cup finely chopped onion, 2 clove minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Leah's Arroz Rojo (Mexican 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Leah's Arroz Rojo (Mexican Red Rice)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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