Instant Pot Mexican Rice
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
Vegetable oil or avocado oil can be used
- 1 Medium Onion
chopped
- 2 cups Long Grain Rice
- 8 oz Tomato Sauce
- 2 1/2 cups Chicken Broth
- 2 tsp Chili Powder
- 3 cloves Garlic
Minced
- 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt
Directions
- 1
Peel the onion and chop it into small pieces. Chop the garlic and set it aside.
- 2
Place the rice in a fine mesh strainer and run water over the rice until the water runs through the strainer clear.
- 3
Set the Instant Pot to the saute function and add the olive oil. Add the onion to the Instant Pot and cook for 2 minutes.
- 4
After 2 minutes, add the chopped garlic. Add the rice and cook for another 3 minutes to toast the rice.
- 5
Pour the tomato sauce and chicken broth into the Instant Pot. Add the chili powder and salt and mix together.
- 6
Close the Instant Pot and make sure the knob on the lid is set to the sealing position. Select the "Rice" function on your Instant Pot and cook for 10 minutes on low pressure.
- 7
After 10 minutes, quick release the pressure. With a fork, fluff the rice. Serve immediately with a squeeze of lime if you would like.
Instant Pot Mexican Rice
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About this Recipe
Craving that vibrant, fluffy Mexican rice you get at your favorite restaurant, but want it on your table without the fuss? This Instant Pot Mexican Rice delivers authentic flavor and is ready to complement your meal in a flash, making it perfect for your next Taco Tuesday.
The magic of the Instant Pot means you get perfectly cooked, separate grains every time, infused deeply with the rich flavors of tomato sauce, chili powder, and aromatic garlic and onion. It's a game-changer for busy weeknights, transforming simple ingredients into a deeply satisfying side that tastes like it took hours.
Prepare for a truly fluffy and flavorful rice dish that bursts with the warm, earthy notes of chili powder and the subtle tang of tomato. Each spoonful offers tender grains, perfectly seasoned, making it an ideal companion to any Mexican-inspired meal. This is a wonderfully savory and comforting side that’s surprisingly easy to achieve, perfect for home cooks looking for big flavor with minimal effort.
Customization & Serving
You can easily swap olive oil for vegetable oil or avocado oil based on what you have on hand. For a touch of freshness and vibrant color, consider stirring in some chopped cilantro or a squeeze of lime juice just before serving.
This versatile Mexican rice is the ideal accompaniment for your next Taco Tuesday spread, pairing beautifully with hearty burritos, sizzling fajitas, or cheesy quesadillas. It's a flavorful foundation that elevates any casual meal into a festive feast for eight servings.