Authentic Mexican Rice

This is the real thing that 20 million mexican mothers are serving tonight.

Rinse rice under cold water until water begins to run clear of starch.

In saucepan or large skillet with lid heat oil over medium heat.

Add drained rice and fry until lightly browned , about 5 minutes , stirring occasionally to prevent burning.

In the meantime , add next 5 ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.

When rice is done frying , drain excess oil.

Add tomato pure to rice and continue frying about 5 more minutes , stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Add water and stir to separate lumps of rice.

Taste broth to check for salt.

It should almost taste too salty because the rice will soak up a lot of salt and still come out bland.

Drain can of vegetables and add to broth.

Stir.

Bring to a boil.

Cover and lower flame to low and cook for 20 minutes or until all broth is absorbed--do not lift lid for 20 minutes.

Enjoy !.

rice, vegetable oil, tomatoes, onion, garlic cloves, chicken bouillon cube, salt, mixed vegetables, water