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Green Chili Rice Recipe

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Easy Green Chili Rice Recipe Vegan in the Freezer
Easy Green Chili Rice Recipe Vegan in the Freezer from veganinthefreezer.com

Description

Green chili rice is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that pairs well with a variety of main dishes. The dish is made by cooking rice with green chilies, onions, and spices. The result is a flavorful and slightly spicy rice dish that is perfect for adding some extra flavor to your meals.

Prep Time

The prep time for green chili rice is relatively short, taking only about 10-15 minutes to prepare all the ingredients.

Cook Time

The cook time for green chili rice is about 20-25 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 3/4 cups water
  • 1 chicken bouillon cube (optional)

Equipment

  • Medium-sized saucepan with lid
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cutting board and knife

Method

  1. Rinse the rice in a fine mesh strainer and set aside.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
  3. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add the green chilies, salt, cumin, and garlic powder and sauté for another 2 minutes.
  5. Add the rinsed rice to the saucepan and stir to coat the rice with the onion and chili mixture.
  6. Add the water and bouillon cube (if using) to the saucepan and stir to combine.
  7. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
  8. Reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with a lid.
  9. Simmer the rice for 18-20 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
  10. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
  11. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve.

Notes

  • If you prefer a spicier rice, you can add more green chilies or even some diced jalapeño peppers.
  • If you don't have a chicken bouillon cube, you can use chicken broth instead of water to add more flavor to the rice.

Nutrition Info

This recipe yields about 4 servings. Each serving has approximately:
  • Calories: 170
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 410mg
  • Potassium: 80mg
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Vitamin A: 4%
  • Vitamin C: 8%
  • Calcium: 2%
  • Iron: 2%

Recipe Tips

  • Rinsing the rice before cooking helps remove any excess starch and prevents it from becoming too sticky.
  • Make sure to use a fine mesh strainer when rinsing the rice to prevent the grains from falling through the holes.
  • If you're short on time, you can use a rice cooker to cook the green chili rice instead of a saucepan.

Enjoy this delicious and easy-to-make green chili rice recipe as a side dish with your favorite main course!


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