Fiesta Bowl with Mexican Rice

Here's what you need: Mexican Rice

• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 medium sweet onion, diced
• 2 cups jasmine rice
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic, minced
• 2 1/2 cups chicken broth 
• 1/2 cup of water
• 1 can (8 oz) Tomato Sauce

Fiesta Bowl

• Trader Joes fully cooked carnitas, heated
• Roasted corn, heated
• Organic black beans, heated
• Mexican blend cheese
• Trader Joes Guacamole

Directions:

To prepare Mexican Rice: In medium sized pan heat olive oil until hot. Add sweet onion and saute until softened, about 2 minutes. Pour rice into pan, coating all the grains with oil. Next, add cumin, salt, pepper and garlic and stir to incorporate all the seasoning. Stir in broth, plus 1/2 cup of water and tomato sauce and bring to a boil. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and simmer on medium low until all liquid absorbs.

TIP: Be careful not to burn the bottom of the rice as the tomato sauce might stick to the bottom of the pan...to be safe, cook on medium heat and keep a close eye on pot.

To serve: Plate rice in a small bowl with carnitas, corn and black beans on top. Add cheese & guacamole to complete the dish.

Mexican at home in less than 30 minutes! 

Original recipe altered to my personal taste: Source