Mexican Rice With Poached Eggs Recipe

Name: Mexican Rice With Poached Eggs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound bulk spicy pork sausage; 1 medium onion, diced; 1 medium sweet red pepper, diced; 1 to 2 seeded jalapeno peppers, minced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon beef base; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon pepper; 1 cup uncooked long grain rice; 2 cups water; 6 large eggs; 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese; Warm corn or flour tortillas (6 inches), optional

Servings: persons

1 pound bulk spicy pork sausage
1 medium onion, diced
1 medium sweet red pepper, diced
1 to 2 seeded jalapeno peppers, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon beef base
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon pepper
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
2 cups water
6 large eggs
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Warm corn or flour tortillas (6 inches), optional

1
In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook sausage, crumbling meat, with onion and peppers until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in beef base, cumin and black pepper.
2
Add rice; brown lightly. Pour in water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, 18-20 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Transfer to a platter; keep warm.
3
Meanwhile, poach eggs by bringing 2-3 in. water to a boil in a large saucepan or skillet with high sides; adjust heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Break cold eggs, one at a time, into a small bowl; holding bowl close to water surface, slip egg into water. Cook, uncovered, until whites are completely set and yolks begin to thicken but are not hard, 3-5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, lift eggs out of water. Place on rice; sprinkle with cheese. If desired serve with warm tortillas.

885

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Protein

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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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound bulk spicy pork sausage, 1 medium onion, diced, 1 medium sweet red pepper, diced, 1 to 2 seeded jalapeno peppers, minced, and more.

Yes, Mexican Rice With Poached Eggs falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!

Mexican Rice With Poached Eggs

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Variations & substitutions

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