Best Easy Sopa Seca de Arroz Recipe

Mexican-style rice toasted and simmered in tomato broth until fluffy and flavorful. This vegetarian family side dish is a fundamental part of the traditional Mexican comida corrida.

Cook 35 min Difficulty NORMAL 230 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • long-grain white rice 1 cup
  • yellow onion 0.5 cup
  • garlic cloves 2 cloves
  • Roma tomatoes 2 pieces
  • vegetable broth 2 cups
  • frozen peas 0.25 cup
  • carrot 0.5 cup
Seasonings/Sauce
  • olive oil 2 tbsp
  • kosher salt 1 tsp
  • ground black pepper 0.25 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 44 g 76%
Protein 5 g 9%
Fat 4 g 15%
Serving size 150g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Rinse the rice in cold water until the water runs clear, then drain thoroughly to remove excess starch.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat; add the rice and toast, stirring constantly, until golden brown and fragrant, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Lower the heat to medium-low. Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté for 2 minutes until the onion softens, keeping an even layer so the rice does not burn.

  4. 4

    Blend the tomatoes with 1/2 cup of the vegetable broth until smooth, then pour through a strainer into the pan with the rice mixture.

  5. 5

    Add the remaining vegetable broth, diced carrots, peas, salt, and pepper. Stir once gently, cover tightly, and simmer on low heat for 15-18 minutes; do not uncover during this time to prevent steam loss.

  6. 6

    Once the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender, remove from heat and let rest, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice gently with a fork before serving.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The defining ingredient in Sopa Seca de Arroz is long-grain white rice. Toasting the rice before simmering gives it a distinctive nutty flavor and a perfect fluffy texture, making it the foundation of the dish.
Q. How should I control heat when toasting the rice?
Use medium heat to toast the rice in olive oil, stirring constantly for even browning and to avoid burning. After toasting, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot tightly while simmering, which ensures gentle cooking and prevents the rice from drying out.
Q. How can I make sure the rice turns out fluffy and not sticky?
Rinse the rice thoroughly in cold water until the water runs clear and drain well before cooking. Once the rice is covered and simmering, resist the urge to stir or uncover until the end—this traps steam, allowing the rice to cook evenly and keeping each grain separate.
Q. What is the nutritional profile per serving?
Each 150g serving contains approximately 230 kcal, with 44g carbohydrates (76% of total calories), 5g protein (9%), and 4g fat (15%), making it a light yet satisfying vegetarian side dish.
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