Simple Mexican Rice

Ingredients

• 1 cup long grain white rice
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce
• 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
• 1/4 cup yellow onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then drain well (about 2 minutes).

2. 2

   Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the rice and toast, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant, about 4-5 minutes.

3. 3

   Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until softened.

4. 4

   Add the tomato sauce, chicken broth, cumin, and salt. Stir once and bring to a boil.

5. 5

   Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.

6. 6

   Remove from heat and let rest, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, garnish with cilantro if using, and serve.