Mexican Saffron Rojo Rice Recipes

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MEXICAN SAFFRON ROJO RICE

This is too good not to share! I could eat it every day, if saffron wasn't so expensive! I like to serve this with a simple grilled main entree to allow the flavor of the rice stand out. And with the tomato, peppers, and saffron, it is a beautiful-looking dish as well!

Provided by EdsGirlAngie

Categories     White Rice

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11



Mexican Saffron Rojo Rice image

Steps:

  • Saute onions in a heavy saucepan until golden.
  • Add rice; stir briskly to quickly coat with oil.
  • Stir in bell pepper, cumin, chili powder, tomato sauce, salt, garlic, saffron, and water.
  • Cover, bring to a boil, and then reduce heat to low.
  • Cook for 30 to 40 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed (periodically check to be sure there is enough liquid and to give rice a little stir).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.3, Fat 5.5, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 818.4, Carbohydrate 33.4, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 3.2, Protein 3.4

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2/3 cup chopped onion
1 1/2 cups uncooked white rice
1 cup chopped red bell pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 (12 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 teaspoons salt
1 clove garlic, minced
1/8 teaspoon powdered saffron
3 cups water

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