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August 11, 2025

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This Easy Mexican Rice Recipe is perfect for your next fiesta! It’s tender and flavorful, takes just a few simple ingredients and it’s ready in about 30 minutes. Mexican rice is tender, flavorful and perfect every time. It’s so easy and delicious that you’ll never order it out again!

Easy Mexican Rice Recipe
Easy Mexican Rice Recipe
Easy Mexican Rice Recipe
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Easy Mexican Rice Recipe

Ingredients

servings
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Instructions

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Heat the oil in a medium sauce pan over medium heat. Add the rice and cook, stirring often until light golden brown, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cumin and cook for 30 seconds more.
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Add the water, tomato paste and salt to the pan and stir well to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Simmer for 20 minutes, or until the liquid has been absorbed.
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When the rice is done, remove from heat and fluff with a fork. Cover and let stand for 10 minutes to steam. Garnish with cilantro, if desired, and enjoy!

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