Morisqueta
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.
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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Instructions
- Cook the white rice according to package instructions.
- In a separate pan, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until softened.
- Add the diced tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the pan. Cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the cooked rice in bowls, and top each with a generous spoonful of the tomato mixture.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of each bowl.
- Garnish with sliced avocado if desired.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 536kcal (27%)Carbohydrates: 86g (29%)Protein: 15g (30%)Fat: 15g (23%)Saturated Fat: 5g (31%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 22mg (7%)Sodium: 341mg (15%)Potassium: 629mg (18%)Fiber: 6g (25%)Sugar: 4g (4%)Vitamin A: 538IU (11%)Vitamin C: 17mg (21%)Calcium: 221mg (22%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
