Mexican Rice

375g

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Put the rice in a bowl, cover with boiling water and leave for 30 minutes, Drain. Leave in a sieve for about 1 hour until dry.

Step 2

Heat the oil in a heavy frying pan, Over low heat, stir in the rice until all the grains are well coated with oil.

Step 3

Add the onion, garlic and chili. Cook for about 4 minutes until the onion is transparent and the rice is golden

Step 4

Add the tomatoes and stock, season with salt and pepper, cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes or until the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender and fluffy.

Step 5

Add peas and coriander 5 minutes before end of cooking.

Step 6

If softer rice is preferred stir in a little more stock after 20 minutes and continue cooking until the extra liquid is absorbed.