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Mexican Fried Rice Recipe

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This flavorful Mexican Fried Rice combines colorful vegetables, black beans, corn, and a savory enchilada sauce for a quick and satisfying meal. Whether enjoyed as a side or a main dish with your choice of protein, this stovetop recipe is a vibrant twist on classic fried rice with Mexican-inspired spices and ingredients.

Ingredients

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Vegetables and Staples

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large garlic clove, minced
  • 1 onion (white or brown), diced
  • 1/2 red bell pepper (capsicum), diced (about 1 cup)
  • 1 cup tinned black beans, drained
  • 1 cup tinned corn kernels, drained (or frozen corn)
  • 4 cups cooked rice

Protein (Optional)

  • 1 1/2 cups protein (chicken, pork, beef), shredded or diced (optional)

Sauce and Seasonings

  • 6 tbsp enchilada sauce
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/4 tsp chili powder (or to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the enchilada sauce, water, cumin, chili powder, paprika, and salt. Mix well to create a flavorful sauce base.
  2. Heat the Oil and Garlic: Heat olive oil in a pan over high heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 10 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  3. Sauté Vegetables: Add the diced onion and red bell pepper to the pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion becomes translucent, about 2 minutes.
  4. Cook Protein (If Using Uncooked): If you are adding uncooked protein such as chicken, pork, or beef, add it now to the pan and sauté until cooked through.
  5. Add Beans, Corn, and Cooked Protein: Stir in the drained black beans and corn kernels. If using pre-cooked protein, add it at this stage. Cook everything together for 1 minute to heat through.
  6. Add Rice and Sauce: Add the cooked rice and the prepared sauce to the pan. Stir quickly and thoroughly to coat the rice evenly with the sauce and blend all flavors.
  7. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the mixture and adjust salt as needed, considering the saltiness of your enchilada sauce. Add black pepper to taste.
  8. Serve Immediately: Once well combined and heated, serve the Mexican Fried Rice immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use leftover or day-old cooked rice for best texture that doesn’t get mushy when fried.
  • You can substitute the enchilada sauce with your favorite salsa or tomato-based sauce for variation.
  • For a vegetarian version, omit the meat or replace it with tofu or tempeh.
  • If using frozen corn, thaw before adding to the pan.
  • Adjust spices according to your desired heat level.
  • This dish can be served as a side or a main by adding sufficient protein.

Keywords: Mexican fried rice, enchilada rice, black beans rice, corn rice, quick Mexican recipe, stovetop fried rice

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