Copycat Restaurant Style Mexican Rice

Step 1

Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add rice and cook, stirring constantly, until just golden. Add garlic, cumin, chili powder, pepper and cayenne and cook a few minutes more.

Step 2

Stir in onions and cook until onions are tender. Stir in tomato sauce and chicken broth and bring to a boil.

Step 3

Reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until rice is tender. Fluff with a fork. Stir in cilantro.