Enhanced Recipesculinary collection
Home
CoursesView CuisinesWhat Can I Make?My Kitchen

Mexican ENCHILADA RICE 🔥No Onion No Garlic ❤️ Tex-Mex recipe - Sattvik Kitchen

Login to Save
3.8K views👍 137
Sattvik Kitchen
Sattvik Kitchen
52 recipes on Enhanced Recipes
Follow Sattvik Kitchen to prioritize their recipes in your meal plans, pantry matches, and suggestions

Recipe Information

Recipe Available
Video-Specific Recipe

Enchilada Rice

Cultural Context

Enchilada Rice is a beloved dish in Mexican cuisine, combining the flavors of enchiladas with rice for a hearty meal. Traditionally served as a comforting family dish, it showcases the use of vibrant spices and fresh ingredients. This dish has gained popularity outside of Mexico, often found in Tex-Mex restaurants and adapted with various fillings and toppings.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
Olive oil - 2 Tbsp
Oregano - 1 Ts
Black pepper powder - 1/4 Tsp
Boiled beans - 100 grams (1/2 cup)
Baby corn - 1/3 cup
Bell peppers - 1/2 cup
Chipotle chilli powder - 1/2 Tsp
Roasted cumin powder - 1 Tsp
Rice (Rinsed) - 1 cup (200 grams)
Water - 1 & 1/2 cup (300ml)
Salt - 1 Tsp
Enchilada sauce - 1 cup (200 ml)
Jalapeño - As per taste
Cheddar cheese - 1 cup (Grated)
red Leicester cheese - 1/4 cup
Coriander - garnishing

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: monterey jack cheese

Monterey jack is often less expensive and melts well.

enchilada sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade tomato sauce

💰Cheaper: canned tomato sauce

Canned tomato sauce is more affordable and can be seasoned to taste.

black beans

🥗Healthier: pinto beans

💰Cheaper: kidney beans

Kidney beans are often cheaper and provide similar texture.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Green onions are a budget-friendly alternative with a mild flavor.

1

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

2

Add bell peppers and sauté until softened.

3

Stir in boiled beans, baby corn, and spices (oregano, black pepper, chipotle chili powder, roasted cumin powder, and salt) and cook for a few minutes.

4

Add rinsed rice and water, stir well, and bring to a boil.

5

Once boiling, reduce heat, cover, and simmer until rice is cooked and water is absorbed, about 15 minutes.

6

Stir in enchilada sauce and mix well.

7

Top with grated cheddar cheese and red Leicester cheese, cover, and let it melt.

8

Garnish with coriander before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

skillet

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Arroz EnchiladoMexican Enchilada Rice
Local Name: arroz enchilado

Similar Mexican Videos

(24 videos)

Similar Dishes From Other Cuisines

(24 videos)