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 ...

Perfecting Mexican rice is much easier than it sounds. If you’re looking for the tomato flavor, with the fluffy consistency of your favorite restaurant, I’ve got you covered. There are two tricks when ...

SAN DIEGO — Having spent some time working in Mexican restaurants including El Torito's and Consuelo's to name a few. I paid attention in the kitchen and behind the bar and these are two of my ...

If you want to give your rice a taste of Mexico, this recipe has been a staple in Express-News food editor Emily Spicer’s family for years. Instructions: Heat water to boiling either in a kettle or in ...

When planning your next Mexican dinner, the right sides can truly elevate your meal. Envision vibrant refried beans paired with zesty cilantro lime rice, or creamy guacamole that perfectly complements ...

There’s nothing complicated about cooking rice. Give it a little water and enough time, and you’ll have a satisfying bowl of fluffy goodness before you know it. But there is a science to coaxing the ...

Vegetarian Mexican recipes like plant-based tacos, bean burritos and skillets will delight everyone at the table. You don’t ...

"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 ...