Cilantro Hominy Rice
Recipe: #33439
September 29, 2019
Categories: Side Dishes, Rice, White Rice, Mexican, Native American, 5-Minute Prep, Herbs, more
"Good for native American or Mexican recipes"
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (182.3 g)
- Calories 96.6
- Total Fat - 3.4 g
- Saturated Fat - 1.9 g
- Cholesterol - 7.6 mg
- Sodium - 706.6 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 15.1 g
- Dietary Fiber - 0.9 g
- Sugars - 0.2 g
- Protein - 1.7 g
- Calcium - 11.6 mg
- Iron - 0.6 mg
- Vitamin C - 0 mg
- Thiamin - 0 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Add rice broth, hominy and seasoning to pan bring to a boil
Step 2
Reduce heat and simmer covered 20 minutes
Step 3
Take off heat. Add butter and cilantro. Fluff
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- Be sure to select a dry rice that is the same size as the package specified in the recipe.
- Make sure to buy golden hominy for this recipe, as the color will affect the overall flavor.
- Substitute vegetable broth for chicken broth for a vegetarian option. The benefit of this substitution is that it allows for a vegetarian-friendly version of the dish, which can be enjoyed by those who do not eat meat.
- Substitute fresh cilantro for the minced cilantro for a fresher flavor. The benefit of this substitution is that it provides a more vibrant flavor to the dish, making it more flavorful and enjoyable.
Taco Rice Add 1/2 cup of salsa to the pan before bringing to a boil. Replace the butter with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add 1/2 teaspoon of cumin to the seasoning. Top with shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, and black olives before serving.
Grilled Chicken Fajitas: Grilled chicken fajitas make an excellent accompaniment to this cilantro hominy rice. The smoky flavor of the grilled chicken will contrast nicely with the savory, slightly sweet hominy, while the cilantro adds a bright, herbal flavor. The vegetables in the fajitas will also provide a great texture and crunch to the meal.
Mexican Street Corn: Mexican street corn is the perfect side dish to accompany the cilantro hominy rice. The sweet and creamy corn will balance out the savory hominy, and the addition of chili powder and cotija cheese will give the dish a nice spicy kick. The crunchy texture of the corn will also provide a great contrast to the soft and fluffy hominy.
FAQ
Q: How much cilantro should I use?
A: 2 tablespoons of minced cilantro should be used for this recipe.
Q: What temperature should I cook this dish?
A: The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit before cooking this dish.
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Fun facts:
FUN FACT 1: The Aztecs were one of the first civilizations to enjoy hominy as a staple food item. They would grind it into a paste and mix it with other ingredients to create a type of porridge.
FUN FACT 2: Cilantro has been used as a culinary herb for thousands of years. It was even mentioned in the Bible and is said to have been a favorite of Cleopatra.