G-ma’s Rice

G-ma’s Rice This is the recipe for my grandma’s rice. Being Hispanic, this is about as Mexican as you can get. Good as a side dish, or in a taco with ground beef.

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 8 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cups long grain white rice
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 teaspoon minced garlic
¼ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
4 cups water

Time Details

PREP :

COOK : 30 mins

TOTAL : 45 mins

SERVING : 8

YIELD : 8 servings

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Brown the rice in the oil until there is a golden texture, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to low, and stir in tomato sauce, garlic, salt, pepper, and cumin. Stir in water. Cover, and cook for about 20 minutes.

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Per Serving: 208 calories; protein 3.8g; carbohydrates 38.9g; fat 3.8g; sodium 222.3mg.