
Elote Rice
from The Tex-Mex Slow Cooker
Ingredients (serves 4):
- 1 (15 1/4-ounce) can corn, drained
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 1/2 cup Mexican crema
- 1 tbs. unsalted butter
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco cheese and ground ancho chile, for garnish
Directions:
Step 1: Liberally spray a slow-cooker liner with nonstick spray. Add the corn, broth, rice, crema, butter, salt, and black pepper and stir until well combined. Cover and cook on High for 2 hours.
Step 2: After 2 hours, check the rice for doneness, as slow cookers' temperatures can vary. If the rice is not done, reduce the setting to Low and cook for 30 more minutes. Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and add the lime juice.
Step 3: Transfer the rice to a serving bowl. Before serving, garnish with the queso fresco and sprinkle with the powdered ancho chile. I also garnished with extra lime wedges in case anyone wanted to add a bit more lime flavor to their rice.
This rice was so good! The rice was slightly creamy, with a burst of sweetness in each bite from the corn kernels. The lime juice added a subtle punch of tart citrus flavor that made its presence known without overpowering the dish. The garnish of spicy ancho chile powder and the crumbly, lightly salty queso fresco brought the dish together nicely. This rice was a perfect accompaniment to our dinner of grilled steaks and Spring veggie kabobs. I can't wait to make this rice again during the coming Spring/Summer months!
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Disclosure: Publisher Countryman Press provided me with a review copy of The Tex-Mex Slow Cooker -- as well as a copy for my giveaway winner -- to facilitate this article. As always, all opinions expressed are solely my own.
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Disclosure: Publisher Countryman Press provided me with a review copy of The Tex-Mex Slow Cooker -- as well as a copy for my giveaway winner -- to facilitate this article. As always, all opinions expressed are solely my own.
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