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Morisqueta

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Morisqueta is a traditional dish from Mexico consisting of white rice served with a tomato-based sauce and garnished with cheese, avocado, and sometimes meat or vegetables.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 536
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups white rice
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14 oz)
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (such as queso fresco or cheddar)
  • 1 avocado sliced optional
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Method
 

  1. Cook the white rice according to package instructions.
  2. In a separate pan, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until softened.
  3. Add the diced tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the pan. Cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  4. Serve the cooked rice in bowls, and top each with a generous spoonful of the tomato mixture.
  5. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of each bowl.
  6. Garnish with sliced avocado if desired.
  7. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 536kcalCarbohydrates: 86gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 341mgPotassium: 629mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 538IUVitamin C: 17mgCalcium: 221mgIron: 3mg

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