Mexican Red Rice (Arroz Rojo)
Mexican Red Rice (Arroz Rojo) features fluffy long-grain rice infused with tomato sauce, chili powder, and sautéed aromatics for a warm, gently spiced flavor. Each bite balances sweet tomato richness with savory onion and garlic, making it an ideal side for tacos, grilled meats, or weeknight dinners. Serve it alongside your favorite Mexican mains or as a vibrant base for bowls.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook40 mins
- Serves5
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Heat the lard in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the rice and stir until the rice is toasted.
- 3
Add the garlic and the onion; cook and stir until the onion just starts to brown.
- 4
Stir in the tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, chili powder, and salt.
- 5
Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to low, cover, and cook for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
- 6
Let stand for 5 minutes, covered, before serving.
- Calories 271.88 kcal Moderate
- Protein 5.56 g Moderate
- Carbs 43.62 g Moderate
- Total Fat 6.65 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 1.02 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 4.99 mg Low Source
- Sodium 370.68 mg Moderate
- Fiber 1.44 g Low Source
- Sugar 2.98 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.02 g Low Source
- Calcium 188.81 mg Moderate
- Iron 1.7 mg Low Source
- Potassium 239.4 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 105.26 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 32.64 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.02 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Mexican Red Rice (Arroz Rojo) is a Mexican side dish recipe made with 9 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr, serves 5, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Chicken Broth, Chili Powder, Cooking Oil, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 271.88 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Mexican Red Rice (Arroz Rojo)?
- It is a Mexican recipe made with 9 ingredients, usually served for side dish.
- What is Mexican Red Rice (Arroz Rojo) made of?
- The main ingredients are Chicken Broth, Chili Powder, Cooking Oil, Garlic, Onion. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Mexican Red Rice (Arroz Rojo)?
- About 1 hr in total: 20 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 271.88 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Mexican Red Rice (Arroz Rojo) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 6 steps.
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