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☕️ Bite-Sized Sundays:✨ The 4 Mexican rice recipes worth knowing

Published 24 days ago • 1 min read

Happy Sunday, Friends.

This week: Mexican rice is one of those recipes that just keeps on giving. Cook a batch once, and you've got the perfect side or base for so many delicious meals: from burrito bowls to tacos and everything in between.

"Rice is great if you're really hungry and want to eat two thousand of something." — Mitch Hedberg

My challenge for you: Pick two of these to try this week. They're all easy, wholesome, and set you up for a handful of great meals.

Pick Your Perfect Mexican Rice:

Turn It Into:

  • A base for taco bowls or burritos
  • The perfect side for enchiladas, fajitas, or grilled chicken
  • A stuffing for bell peppers or a topping for nachos
  • A quick, flavorful snack, just add salsa and beans!

Pro tip: These recipes aren’t just for dinner. Try the Cilantro Lime Brown Rice with breakfast tacos or the Mexican Cauliflower Rice topped with a fried egg for a speedy, delicious start to your day.

👩‍🍳 Coming Wednesday: Caramelized Banana Crepes and Pineapple Marmalade: two new recipes worth saving for the weekend.

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All my best,

Mexican Cauliflower Rice

"SO GOOD! Amazing alternative to regular Mexican rice as a burrito filling or in its own. Love it, will definitely make it again." ~Arianne

Rice Cooker Mexican Rice

"Thank you for sharing this recipe! It’s been a huge hit, I’ve made it a handful of times now! I’ve done everything as written; every time it’s been wonderful and so much better than what you’d get at a restaurant!" ~Laura

Cilantro Lime Brown Rice

Mexican Brown Rice

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