Looking for a quick and easy side dish to accompany your Mexican-themed meal? This one-pot vegan Mexican rice is the perfect solution! With simple flavors and a quick prep time of under 30 minutes, it's a great addition to any table. Not only is this rice dish delicious, but it's also vegan and can be served with various meals such as burritos or fajitas. It's a versatile dish that can be customized to suit your tastes, and it's made with ingredients that are easy to find at any grocery store. It's sure to be a hit with your family and friends!

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Servings: 6-9 servings

Prep Time: 5-10 mins

Cooking Time: 20 mins

Total Time: 30-35 mins

Ingredients: 

• 1 cup basmati Rice

• 2 cups of water

• 1 tbsp sesame oil

• 2-3 cloves of garlic

• 1.5-inch ginger

• 1/2 medium Roma tomato

• 1.5 tsp Salt as per taste

• 1/4 tsp Pepper

• 1 tsp onion powder

• 1/4 tsp nutmeg powder

• 1/2 tsp cumin powder

• 1 bouillon cube

• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Directions: 

1. Wash rice well 3-4 times and drain it.

2. In a food processor blend garlic, ginger, and tomato with 1/2 cup water.

3. Put a pan on medium heat and add sesame oil.

4. Add the rice when the oil is warm, and saute it until it’s lightly golden. It takes about 5-8 mins and you must cook it well so it doesn’t burn.

5. Once golden, mix the pureed mix, water, spices, and bouillon cube. Bring the heat to low-medium heat and stir well.

6. Once it comes to a low simmer cover the pot and cook for 10-15 mins till it’s cooked. Stir in intervals so it doesn’t stick.

7. Once the cook is cooked, take it off the heat and let it sit covered for 3-5 mins.

8. Add chopped coriander and mix well.

9. The rice is ready!

Notes/Tips:

• This rice is best had fresh so make it right before eating if you can.

• This rice is great paired with something spicy or with fajitas or burritos.

• You can add veggies to it if you want.

• Don’t skip the bouillon cube, it adds a lot of flavors.