Mexican Tomato Rice

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Mexican Tomato Rice.

1. Step 1

   To start your delicious rice dish, grab a large saucepan and warm up some vegetable oil over medium heat.

2. Step 2

   Once the oil is shimmering, toss in the diced onion and sauté it until it turns soft and translucent, which should take about 3 to 4 minutes.

3. Step 3

   Next, add the uncooked rice to the pan, making sure to stir it well so that each grain gets a lovely coating of oil.

4. Step 4

   Now it’s time to infuse some flavor—mix in the ground cumin, chili powder, canned diced tomatoes, salt, and water.

5. Step 5

   Give everything a good stir to combine.

6. Step 6

   Cover the saucepan and bring the mixture to a lively boil.

7. Step 7

   When you see those bubbles, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the rice is perfectly tender.

8. Step 8

   Remember to stir occasionally to keep it from sticking to the bottom.

9. Step 9

   As the aroma fills your kitchen, you’ll know you’re on your way to a delightful meal!.