Red Achiote Mexican Rice Recipe

Name: Red Achiote Mexican Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups white rice; 1/2 white onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon achiote (Annato red condiment paste available at Mexican food stores); 1 poblano chile, deveined and seeded diced (optional); 1/3 cup cooking oil; 4 cups chicken broth; salt or powdered bouillon, to taste; 1 sprig cilantro; 1/2 key lime, its juice

Servings: persons

1
Rinse rice and drain well.
2
Set apart.
3
Process in blender the onion, garlic and achiote in some of the chicken broth (about a cup).
4
Heat oil in a skillet and fry rice on medium heat until lightly brown.
5
Add the processed liquid and let it reach boiling point.
6
At this point add half of the broth (hot) Simmer covered until broth is consumed.
7
Fluff rice with a fork from the edges to the center.
8
Add the other half of the hot broth, the lime juice, and season with salt or powdered bouillon.
9
Lower heat, cover and cook for about 15 more minutes.
10
Fluff it again from the edges to the center.
11
Uncover just to add the cilantro sprig.
12
Cover again and let it stand to finish steaming and absorb the cilantro's flavor.
13
Garnish with poblano strips.

917

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups white rice, 1/2 white onion, chopped, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 tablespoon achiote (Annato red condiment paste available at Mexican food stores), and more.

Yes, Red Achiote Mexican 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.

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Red Achiote Mexican Rice

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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