Mexican Rice Recipe

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Mexican Rice
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Directions:

  1. Soak the rice in bowl of hot water ,about 5 mins. Drain,rinse and shake dry.
  2. Heat oil in skillet over med-high heat. Add the rice and toast,stirring about 8 to 10 mins.. Meanwhile puree the garlic,onion and tomatoes in blender. Add to the rice and cook till absorbed,about 3 mins.
  3. Add 3-1/2 c water,the jalapeno and a pinch of salt;cover and cook over medium heat till rice is tender,about 10 mins.
  4. Remove the skillet from heat. Uncover and place a clean towel over the rice,then re-cover and let stand 15 mins. Fluff the rice with a fork;serve with the jalapeno,if desired.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 106.72 Kcal (447 kJ)
Calories from fat 91.87 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 10.21g 16%
Sodium 3.88mg 0%
Potassium 178.7mg 4%
Total Carbs 4.21g 1%
Sugars 2.56g 10%
Dietary Fiber 1.02g 4%
Protein 0.84g 2%
Vitamin C 14mg 23%
Calcium 11.1mg 1%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 118.31 Kcal (495 kJ)
Calories from fat 101.85 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 11.32g 16%
Sodium 4.3mg 0%
Potassium 198.12mg 4%
Total Carbs 4.67g 1%
Sugars 2.84g 10%
Dietary Fiber 1.13g 4%
Protein 0.93g 2%
Vitamin C 15.6mg 23%
Calcium 12.4mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 2.8
    Points
  • 3
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • sodium free,
  • cholesterol free

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