Mexican Rice

This recipe for Restaurant Style Mexican Rice comes via pinterest. I pair this with enchiladas often. The kids love it so I often double it for them. 

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 cup long grain rice, uncooked
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce
• 14 ounces chicken broth
• 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped

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Weight Watchers Freestyle Points: 6

Directions

• Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. 
• Add the rice and gently stir until rice begins to lightly brown. 
• Add the garlic, salt, and cumin and stir the rice until it looks golden. 
• Add the tomato sauce and chicken broth and turn the heat up to medium high. 
• Bring the mix to a boil then turn the heat to low and cover the pan with a lid. 
• Simmer for 20 to 25 minutes. 
• Remove from heat and fluff with a fork, then stir in chopped cilantro.