Mexican red rice

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
cupVegetable oil
3cupsLong grain rice, rinses
1mediumOnion, chopped
5Serrano chiles, or to taste,
Stemmed, seeded if desired
2Garlic cloves, chopped
¾cupChicken stock, vegetable
Stock, or water
3cupsRed Tomato Salsa (recipe
Follows)

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Heat the oil in a medium heavy saucepan or skillet over medium low heat. Saute the rice, stirring constantly, until golden and crackling, about 5 minutes. Add the onions and Serranos and cook until the onions just soften. Then add the garlic and saute until the aroma is released. Pour in the stock or water and the tomato salsa, mixing well to combine. Transfer to a 4 quart baking dish or casserole. Cover with foil and bake until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender, 3040 minutes. Stir and serve hot.

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