Easy Mexican Rice (Perfect for Burrito Wraps and Taco Bowls)

If you’re looking for a quick, flavor-packed side that turns any meal into a fiesta, you’re going to love this easy Mexican rice. It’s ready in just 20 minutes, packed with cozy spices, and makes the perfect base for burrito wraps, taco bowls, or even as a meal on its own.

This recipe is hearty, comforting, and filled with bold flavor — everything you want in a quick weeknight dish!

Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 2 cups basmati rice, rinsed

• ½ onion, chopped

• 1 cup tomato sauce or salsa

• 3 cloves garlic, pressed

• 2 tsp smoked paprika

• 2 tsp cumin

• 1½ tsp oregano

• 1 tbsp chicken bouillon

• 1 can black beans, rinsed

• 1 tbsp Frank's Red Hot Sauce

• Pinch of salt and pepper

• 1L of water

• 1 tbsp butter

Directions

1. Sauté the Aromatics
   In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and cook for 1–2 minutes, until softened and fragrant.

2. Build the Base
   Add the rinsed basmati rice, tomato sauce (or salsa), pressed garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, chicken bouillon, Frank's Red Hot Sauce, black beans, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir everything together to coat the rice with all that delicious flavor.

3. Cook the Rice
   Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–17 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

4. Fluff & Serve
   Turn off the heat and let the rice sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.

This Mexican rice is cozy, spicy, and a total crowd-pleaser.
Spoon it into burrito wraps, layer it in taco bowls, or just grab a fork and dig in — you really can’t go wrong!

Enjoy!

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