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Arroz Blanco (or Mexican White Rice) on a decorative blue plate surrounded and garnished with cilantro leaves.
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Arroz Blanco (Mexican White Rice)

Arroz Blanco, or Mexican White Rice, is an easy-to-make, vegetarian side dish that is perfect for any and all Mexican food.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time23 minutes
Total Time28 minutes
Course: Recipes
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 -6
Calories: 246kcal

Ingredients

  • ¼ onion chopped
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable bouillon
  • ½ cup water + ½ cup water + 2 cups water divided
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup long grain white rice
  • 1 Jalapeño or serrano pepper
  • ¼ cup frozen peas
  • ¼ cup frozen carrots
  • ¼ cup water if needed

Instructions

  • Add onion, garlic, bouillon, and ½ cup water to a blender. 
  • Blend until smooth. 
  • Set aside until ready to use. 
  • Heat olive oil in a medium-sized stock pot. 
  • Add rice. Stir constantly. 
  • Toast rice for 2-3 minutes. 
  • Be careful not to burn. 
  • Add the onion mixture from the blender to the pot.
  • Stir frequently for the next 4-5 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed. 
  • Add ½ cup of water to the blender to get any remaining onion mixture. 
  • Add the liquid from the blender to the stock pot along with 2 cups of water. 
  • Stir to combine. 
  • With a sharp knife, gently make a cut into the center of the jalapeño. 
  • Add the jalapeño to the stock pot. 
  • Cover with a lid. 
  • Check the rice after 20 minutes. 
  • The rice should be fully cooked.
  • If the rice needs liquid, add ¼ cup water and cook for more 3 minutes. 
  • If not, add the frozen peas and carrots. 
  • Cook for 2 minutes more on low heat. 
  • Turn the heat off and let rest for 1 minute. 
  • Fluff the rice with a fork. 
  • Enjoy! 

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Notes

If you are using fresh vegetables, add them with the jalapeño.
Add more water, if needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 246kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 25mg | Potassium: 111mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1444IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg