Description
Perfect Instant Pot Mexican Rice is a vibrant and flavorful side dish that elevates any meal with its fluffy texture and rich taste. This easy recipe combines aromatic spices, fresh ingredients, and the convenience of an Instant Pot, making it ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Serve it alongside your favorite Mexican dishes like tacos, burritos, or enchiladas for a delicious complement that will have everyone asking for seconds. With just 40 minutes from start to finish, you can enjoy this comforting dish without the hassle.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups long grain white rice
- 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
- ¾ cup chopped white or yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 ½ cups water (or low sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth)
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1 ½ teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- Chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold running water in a fine mesh strainer and drain.
- In your Instant Pot, heat olive oil using the sauté function. Add chopped onions and sauté for about 3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds before turning off the sauté function.
- Pour in water or broth and scrape any bits from the bottom of the pot. Add salt, chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, dried oregano, tomato sauce, and rinsed rice; stir to combine.
- Close the lid and set the steam release valve to sealing. Pressure cook on high for 4 minutes.
- Allow natural pressure release for 15 minutes before carefully venting any remaining steam.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and serve warm topped with fresh cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg