Mexican Rice Skillet Recipe

Name: Mexican Rice Skillet
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil; 1 cup uncooked rice; 1 small onion, minced; 5 garlic cloves, minced; ½ cup water; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 cup boiling water or 1 cup broth; 2 medium green peppers, cut in strips; 1 cup corn (canned or frozen); 8 ounces sour cream; 1 -2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons oil
1 cup uncooked rice
1 small onion, minced
5 garlic cloves, minced
½ cup water
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup boiling water or 1 cup broth
2 medium green peppers, cut in strips
1 cup corn (canned or frozen)
8 ounces sour cream
1 -2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

1
Heat oil in a large, heavy frypan.
2
Add uncooked rice and fry for 1-2 minutes, stirring gently.
3
Add onion, garlic, 1/2 cup water and salt.
4
Cook until all water is absorbed, stirring constantly.
5
Add 1 cup boiling water or broth, pepper strips and corn.
6
Cover and simmer about 20 minutes, without stirring, until all liquid is absorbed.
7
Remove from heat and spread sour cream over the top.
8
Top with shredded cheese.
9
Cover and let stand 5-10 minutes until cheese melts.

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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: 2 tablespoons oil, 1 cup uncooked rice, 1 small onion, minced, 5 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Mexican Rice Skillet falls under the General 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.

Mexican Rice Skillet

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