Last Tuesday, my neighbor asked me why her Mexican rice always turns out mushy while mine comes out fluffy and perfect. After years of disasters in my own kitchen (including one memorable batch that ...

This quick Mexican rice recipe is loaded with vegetables and flavor, making it a perfect side or light meal. It’s easy to ...

One simple step boosts the grain’s flavor. I could not make a batch of plain white rice if my life depended on it. For that, I turn to a rice maker, takeout, or the microwave. But Mexican rice I can ...

"This is what I want to cook and eat whenever I'm feeling homesick," says chef Alfredo Oropeza. I love this recipe because it reminds me of my grandmother. She used to cook me a tampiqueña with her ...

A delicious marriage of fluffy rice, aromatic vegetables and warming spices, this savory pilaf not only makes an excellent side dish, it easily transforms into a complete meal with the addition of ...

This recipe is typically served each year on 16 September as part of the Mexican Independence Day celebrations, but it is also enjoyed as a daily meal. Some people use canned chillies, but I prefer to ...