Mexican Rice (Arroz Rojo) - Instant Pot

Serves 6
Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1/4 cup oil (vegetable or canola oil)
  • 1 tsp garlic, minced
  • 1/4 medium onion, finely diced
  • 8 oz tomato sauce
  • 4 oz green chillis
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp chicken bouillon
  • 2 cups hot water
Directions
  1. Rinse the rice until the water runs clear. Drain well.
  2. Turn Instant Pot to sauté. Once hot, add oil to the bottom of the pot.
  3. Add rice and sauté, stirring often, until lightly golden, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add garlic, onion, tomato sauce, salt, and bullion and stir to combine.
  5. Add water and stir well, making sure the bouillon cubes are dissolved.
  6. Turn the instant pot off. Secure lid and turn valve to the sealed position.
  7. Turn on to Manual or High Pressure, and cook for 3-4 minutes (3 minutes for tender to the bite, or 4 minutes for softer rice).
  8. When the timer beeps, allow pressure to naturally release for 10 minutes.
  9. Gently fluff the rice with a fork (don't stir it).

10. Place the lid over the bowl and allow the rice to rest for a few more minutes before serving.