Mexican Fire Rice

Gluten Free
Health score
4%
Mexican Fire Rice
55 min.
8
473kcal

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Welcome to a culinary adventure that will ignite your taste buds and warm your heart! Introducing Mexican Fire Rice, a delightful dish that brings together the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine in a comforting, gluten-free package. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or any gathering, this recipe serves eight and is sure to impress your family and friends.

Imagine the savory aroma of ground pork breakfast sausage sizzling in a skillet, mingling with the zesty notes of picante sauce. As you prepare the fluffy long grain white rice, the anticipation builds for the delicious combination that awaits. Topped with a generous layer of melted Cheddar cheese and a dollop of creamy sour cream, this dish is not just a meal; it's an experience that will transport you straight to a fiesta!

In just 55 minutes, you can create a hearty main course that boasts 473 calories per serving, making it a satisfying option for any time of day. With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbohydrates, Mexican Fire Rice is as nutritious as it is delicious. So gather your ingredients, fire up your oven, and get ready to enjoy a dish that’s bursting with flavor and sure to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

  • pound ground pork breakfast sausage 
  • 16 ounce picante sauce 
  • ounces cheddar cheese shredded
  • ounce cup heavy whipping cream sour
  • 2.7 cups water 
  • 1.3 cups rice long grain white uncooked

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Stir in the rice. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 20 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until evenly brown.
  4. In a medium baking dish, mix the cooked rice, cooked sausage, picante sauce, and sour cream. Top with Cheddar cheese.
  5. Bake 20 minutes in the preheated oven, until cheese is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Calories473kcal
Protein16%
Fat58.17%
Carbs25.83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.52
Glycemic Load
15.02
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
12.339565235636%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:473.15kcal
23.66%
Fat:30.49g
46.91%
Saturated Fat:13.36g
83.51%
Carbohydrates:30.48g
10.16%
Net Carbohydrates:29.06g
10.57%
Sugar:3.26g
3.62%
Cholesterol:85.9mg
28.63%
Sodium:932.23mg
40.53%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:18.87g
37.74%
Phosphorus:281.53mg
28.15%
Calcium:261.04mg
26.1%
Manganese:0.41mg
20.42%
Selenium:14.24µg
20.34%
Vitamin B3:3.84mg
19.18%
Zinc:2.82mg
18.81%
Vitamin B6:0.35mg
17.75%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.18%
Vitamin A:775.36IU
15.51%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
14.08%
Vitamin B12:0.84µg
14.03%
Potassium:379.62mg
10.85%
Vitamin B5:1.02mg
10.2%
Magnesium:35.43mg
8.86%
Copper:0.17mg
8.46%
Vitamin E:1.15mg
7.69%
Iron:1.18mg
6.55%
Vitamin D:0.91µg
6.05%
Fiber:1.42g
5.69%
Vitamin K:3.74µg
3.57%
Folate:12.96µg
3.24%
Vitamin C:1.73mg
2.1%
Source:Allrecipes