Mexican Rice Recipe

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Mexican Rice
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Directions:

  1. In a medium saucepan heat oil with butter over medium heat; add in rice and cook stirring until the rice is lightly browned (about 7-8 minutes).
  2. Add in the onion, garlic, green bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, chili powder and cumin; cook stirring with a wooden spoon for about 3 minutes or until softened).
  3. Remove saucepan from heat and slowly add in the chicken broth, return to heat and bring to a boil over medium heat.
  4. Add chilies, diced tomatoes with juice and bouillon cube; bring to a boil, cover and reduce the heat to low.
  5. Season with salt, black pepper and cayenne.
  6. Add in cilantro (if using).
  7. Cook for about 20-22 minutes or until the rice is cooked.
  8. Drizzle red enchilada sauce over the rice.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 120.54 Kcal (505 kJ)
Calories from fat 61.68 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.85g 11%
Cholesterol 5.18mg 2%
Sodium 393.63mg 16%
Potassium 188.63mg 4%
Total Carbs 12.53g 4%
Sugars 2.24g 9%
Dietary Fiber 1.32g 5%
Protein 1.69g 3%
Vitamin C 44.7mg 75%
Vitamin A 0.5mg 18%
Iron 9.4mg 52%
Calcium 28.9mg 3%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 78.51 Kcal (329 kJ)
Calories from fat 40.17 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4.46g 11%
Cholesterol 3.37mg 2%
Sodium 256.37mg 16%
Potassium 122.85mg 4%
Total Carbs 8.16g 4%
Sugars 1.46g 9%
Dietary Fiber 0.86g 5%
Protein 1.1g 3%
Vitamin C 29.1mg 75%
Vitamin A 0.3mg 18%
Iron 6.1mg 52%
Calcium 18.8mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 2.7
    Points
  • 3
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

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