Rice Recipe: Mexican Skillet Rice

Recipe Category: Main Course

Mexican Skillet Rice

Cooking Instructions

Mexican Skillet Rice

Cooking Instructions:

In large skillet over medium-high heat, cook meat until brown, stirring to crumble; drain fat.

Add onion, chili powder, cumin and salt; cook until onion is tender.

Stir in rice, beans and chiles; cook until heated through.

Top with tomato, cheese and cilantro, if desired.

Source: riceinfo.com (USA Rice)

Ingredients

Mexican Skillet Rice

1 lb pound lean ground beef or turkey 500 g
1 chopped medium onion 1
1 tsp chili powder 5 mL
1 tsp ground cumin 5 mL
1/2 tsp salt 2 mL
3 cups cooked brown U.S. rice 750 mL
1 16 oz (475 mL) can pinto beans, drained 1
2 4 oz (118 mL) cans diced green chilies 2
1 seeded and chopped tomato (optional) 1
Shredded Cheddar cheese (optional)
Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Nutritional Value

Each serving provides 398 calories, 20 grams protein, 18 grams fat, 39 grams carbohydrate, 7 grams dietary fiber, 57 milligrams cholesterol and 608 milligrams sodium.

Servings: 6