Best Mexican Side Dishes + Easy Rice Recipe

Name: Best Mexican Side Dishes + Easy Rice Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 cup long-grain white rice; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 small onion (finely chopped); 2 garlic cloves (minced); 1 tomato (blended or finely chopped); 1 ½ cups chicken broth (or water + bouillon); ½ cup frozen peas and carrots; ¼ cup corn kernels (optional); ½ tsp ground cumin; Salt to taste; Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:20min

A flavorful and easy Mexican side dish made with toasted rice, tomato, garlic, onion, and warm spices. Fluffy, budget-friendly, and perfect with tacos, chicken, steak, or potluck meals.

Updated at: Sat, 20 Dec 2025 14:54:59 GMT