Tomato paste is one of those food additives that can be found everywhere, in every kitchen, every restaurant, and every shop. It can be used in a lot of different recipes with rice, beans, meat, etc. It is also used in a lot of sauces like Mexican sauces, pasta sauce, tomato sauce, pizza sauce, and so many other sauces and dishes from every culture and every corner of the whole wide world.
Talking about Mexican food and sauces, you should note that Mexico has often been one of the most well-liked vacation spots in the world, drawing both sunbathers and foodies. With our list of the top 10 foods to eat while you’re there, if you’re fortunate enough to be planning a visit, make sure you experience the best tastes and flavors the nation has to offer.
If you ever managed to plan that vacation and got to Mexico, do not leave that place without trying these dishes. Chilaquiles, Pozole, Pozole, Tostadas, Chiles en nogada, Elote, Enchiladas, Mole, Guacamole, and Tamales. There are so many other dishes in Mexico that you can try and absolutely enjoy and these were just a few examples that you should at least try once.
When it comes to food, there are a lot of delicious recipes from all around the world to choose from and no one can choose a recipe or a dish and say that this is the absolute best dish in the world. All the different dishes in the world are delicious for the right person and for the right taste if they are made right and proper.
Tomato paste rice Vietnamese
With Com Do, you can up the ante on your everyday dinners in just 4 easy steps! It’s the simplest Vietnamese tomato rice you’ll ever prepare, requiring only 5 ingredients. Tonight, experience fluffy grains covered in a deliciously rich flavor.
Nothing else compares to Cm when it comes to fried rice. The companion in crime of this dish, the perennially well-liked Vietnamese Shaking Beef, is recognized as the other half of the most complete couple.
When only 5 ingredients and 15 minutes are required to produce wonderfully scented tomato rice that tastes AMAZING with any side dish, you know you’ve made the finest dinner possible.
Every grain maintains its strong firmness and is neither mushy or gooey because to the mild acidic sauce coating it.
As with any fried rice, day-old grains produce the greatest results. This includes any cooked grains that have been resting in the refrigerator overnight. If not, simply prepare a fresh batch the day before and refrigerate it overnight.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon peanut oil
- 1 brown onion (150g), chopped finely
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 3 tomatoes (450g), peeled, seeded, chopped finely
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 4 cloves
- 2 cups (400g) white long-grain rice
- 3 cups (750ml) of water
Instructions
- Step one: In a medium saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Cook the tomato paste, onion, garlic, and cloves, uncovered, for about 10 minutes, or until the mix is thick and pulpy.
- Step two: Bring to a boil while stirring in the rice and water. Reduce heat; cook for approximately 15 minutes, securely covered, over low heat, or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let stand for 10 minutes covered. With a fork, fluff the rice.
- Step three: If desired, serve with hot chapati.
Tomato paste rice and beans
Turn on the burner to prepare these stovetop tomato rice and beans if you don’t really want to use the oven but still like eating hot cuisine.
A complete protein is created by the rice and beans, and when avocado, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice are added on top, a flavorful, vibrant dish is created. When the rice is cooking, you can add cayenne if you prefer it a bit hot; otherwise, simply pour a ton of Sriracha sauce on top.
Ingredients
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1 cup white rice (I used jasmine but basmati works too)
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained (19 fl oz on can)
- Lime juice (to taste, I used about 1 tbsp for the serving in the photo)
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/3 cup cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- On a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, cook onion in olive oil until it becomes translucent.
- Tomato paste, rice, and vegetable broth should all be combined, and the rice should be divided uniformly (it should come to a boil)
- When the beans are evenly distributed, add them.
- Cook the rice for 15-20 minutes, or until it is completely cooked, with the lid on and the heat reduced to a simmer. The most wonderful portion will be the somewhat crispy bottom of the pan (similar to paella).
- Use a fork to fluff. Add avocado, cilantro, lime juice, and salt & pepper to taste before serving. Because I prefer things hot, I also added a little Sriracha sauce.
Tomato paste rice cooker
Did you know that a rice cooker can be used to prepare Mexican rice? It’s easy! A simple and tasty side dish that cooks everything at once!
Mexican-style rice with chopped onion, tomatoes, and a ton of garlic will be your new favorite food. You can use it as the foundation for taco bowls or as a fantastic side dish for tacos! The best thing is that Mexican rice can be prepared in a rice cooker!
Although this rice reminds me of a side dish I often have at my favorite Mexican restaurants in my neighborhood, I wouldn’t consider it to be real Mexican rice because I’m sure it’s not often prepared in a rice cooker.
Although there are many various methods to prepare it, I personally prefer this method because it is so simple. Spanish rice or red rice are other names for this grain of rice. Whatever you want to name it, tacos go great with it as a side dish!
Mince the garlic and dice the onion. To mellow the onion and balance the tastes, microwave the onion and garlic for three minutes. To the rice cooker, add the rice, onion, garlic, vegetable broth, tomato paste, and salt. Stir everything together.
Cook until the liquid is completely absorbed and the rice is fluffy. After giving it a forkful of fluff, you may serve it.
Ingredients
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup white rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste depending on broth)
Instructions
- Put the onion and garlic in a dish that can go in the microwave.
- To soften the onion and mellow the taste, microwave the onion and garlic for two minutes.
- Rice, stock, tomato paste, and onion and garlic should all be added to the rice cooker. If desired, add salt. Stir everything together.
- Till the liquid has been absorbed, cook the rice in the rice cooker. With a fork, fluff.
Mexican rice tomato paste or sauce
Mexican rice with tomatoes is made very simply. Within one set of TV commercials, you can have this recipe cooking in the oven. Use boiling water and chicken bouillon if you don’t have any chicken stock.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 cup uncooked short-grain white rice
- 1 ¾ cups chicken broth
- ¼ cup tomato paste
Instructions
- Step one: Set the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees C).
- Step two: In a big skillet over medium heat, warm the oil. When the onion is transparent, add the garlic and continue to simmer and stir. For approximately 30 seconds, add the cumin and chili powder after stirring.
Bring to a boil after adding the rice, chicken stock, and tomato paste. Put the ingredients in a 1-quart casserole dish, and then cover with foil or a lid. - Step three: Bake the rice for 35 to 40 minutes, or until it is soft and the liquid has been absorbed. Before serving, allow it rest for 3 to 5 minutes.
Spanish rice tomato paste rice cooker
A can of tomatoes, a chopped onion, and some flavorful spices are all you need to make this simple Spanish rice in the rice cooker; all you have to do is toss everything in, set it, and forget it!
I can’t recall ever turning down Mexican cuisine. I doubt I’ll ever grow tired of it because there are so many diverse ways to prepare it and so many rich, vibrant tastes! One of those simple Mexican side dish favorites that you must try is quick Spanish rice prepared in a rice cooker.
Simply combine all the ingredients in the rice cooker, and presto! Rice can be made rich and tasty with essentially little effort.
Because I am afflicted with crispy rice every single time I cook it in a conventional pot, I prefer making rice in a rice cooker to cooking it on the stove. Seriously. How challenging it is for me is heartbreaking.
Therefore, using a rice cooker makes everything simpler because I don’t have to fiddle with it after adding all the ingredients! This rice is delicious and works well with burritos, enchiladas, and any other Mexican or Tex-Mex dish you want!
Ingredients
- 2 cups white rice
- 4 tbsp. tomato paste
- 3 ½ cups of water
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 bouillon cubes or 3 teaspoons Better than Bouillon
- 1-3 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cumin or smoked cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- In the bottom of the rice cooker, add the rice, followed by the tomato paste and water. Stir a bit on top to help the spices dissolve in the water after adding the onion and spices.
- Follow the manufacturer’s directions during cooking.
- Check the salt level after the rice has cooked and add more if necessary.
- Use it as a side dish or taco or burrito filling of your choice.
How to make red rice with tomato sauce
This straightforward recipe for Mexican rice is made into a quick and easy side dish by cooking it with onion powder, garlic powder, and tomato sauce. Before you begin to cook the rice, you may impart more flavor and color by mixing in either fresh tomato, green bell pepper, or red bell pepper. You can also use fresh tomatoes. If you want an even more savory flavor, substitute chicken stock for the water in the recipe.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup canola oil
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 ½ cups of water
- 1 (6.5 ounces) can of tomato sauce
Instructions
- Step one: In a skillet, heat the canola oil over medium-high heat while seasoning with the onion and garlic powders. Add the rice and stir; cook for 2 to 4 minutes, or until golden.
- Step two: Add tomato sauce and water after stirring; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until rice is tender.
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