Cooking the rice in a blend of canned tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, and jalapeño pureed with the juices from the canned tomatoes gives it extra flavor. Mexican rice and Spanish rice are served almost ...

Last Tuesday, my neighbor asked me why her Mexican rice always turns out mushy while mine comes out fluffy and perfect. After years of disasters in my own kitchen (including one memorable batch that ...

If you’re going to cook a homestyle Mexican meal, Mexican red rice (also known as arroz rojo) is a staple to master. Paired with most entrées, this tomato-based rice is a go-to grain that’s served as ...

Rice is such a staple in kitchens around the world that it often gets taken for granted. But when you taste a truly fluffy, flavorful rice dish made the Mexican way, you realize something subtle yet ...

Perfecting Mexican rice is much easier than it sounds. If you’re looking for the tomato flavor, with the fluffy consistency of your favorite restaurant, I’ve got you covered. There are two tricks when ...

One simple step boosts the grain’s flavor. Simply Recipes / Adobe Stock I could not make a batch of plain white rice if my life depended on it. For that, I turn to a rice maker, takeout, or the ...

Rice has been a staple in Mexican cuisine since its introduction to the country through the Spanish conquest in the 16th century. Because it grows remarkably well in Mexico's climate, and thanks to ...

SAN DIEGO — Having spent some time working in Mexican restaurants including El Torito's and Consuelo's to name a few. I paid attention in the kitchen and behind the bar and these are two of my ...