Mexican Rice

Mexican Rice

Ingredients:

3 tbsp vegetable oil
2/3 c diced onion
1 ½ c uncooked white rice
1 c chopped green bell pepper
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp chili powder
1 ½ (8 oz) cans tomato sauce
2 tsp salt
1 minced clove garlic
1/8 tsp powdered saffron
3 c water

Directions:

In a large saucepan, heat vegetable oil over a medium-low heat. Place the onions in the pan, and sauté until golden.

Add rice to pan, and stir to coat grains with oil. Mix in green bell pepper, cumin, chili powder, tomato sauce, salt, garlic, saffron, and water. Cover, bring to a boil and then reduce heat to simmer. Cook for 30 to 40 minutes, or until rice is tender. Stir occasionally

Servings per recipe: 8
Per serving
Cal 203; total fat 5.6; Sodium 843; Carbs 34.8; Dietary fiber 1.8; Protein 3.4

Submitted by Patty