Oaxacan Rice

This rice is a perfect complement for any Mexican dish

 

Oaxacan Rice

¼         Cup Achiote Oil (see recipe below)

1          Onion, chopped

¼         Cup green onion chopped

½         Cup cilantro, chopped

1          Tomato, chopped

3          Yukon Gold potatoes, chopped

2          Teaspoons Cumin

            Salt and Pepper

2          Cups long grain rice

2          Cups Vegetable Broth

Heat oil in sauce pan, add onion and cook until translucent, add the rest of the ingredients except the broth, cook for two minutes, add the broth and bring to a boil.  When the rice comes to a boil turn down to a simmer, cover and cook for 20 minutes.

Achiote Oil

¼         Cup vegetable oil

1          Tablespoon achiote seeds

Heat in a sauce pan for about five minutes.  Strain the seeds from the oil.