The Secret Ingredient My Grandmother Used For Perfect Mexican Rice Every Time!

My grandmother’s "V8 hack" is the ultimate shortcut to authentic, fluffy Mexican Red Rice. Is there anything better than a scoop of perfect, fluffy Mexican Red Rice? Today I’m sharing a family favorite method passed down from my grandmother. We’re using V8 juice instead of traditional tomato sauce or puree—it adds an incredible depth of flavor and that beautiful signature color! TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Intro and the secret ingredient 0:45 Ingredients for Mexican style rice 1:07 Seasoning the broth and rice 2:19 Toasting the rice until golden 2:55 Adding onion and garlic to the pan 3:23 Warming the spices and bouillon 3:58 Adding V8 juice and water 4:45 Simmering and cooking instructions 5:38 Serving suggestions and side dishes 6:58 Letting the rice set with the lid on 7:20 Fluffing the rice with a fork 8:23 Final result and tasting 🔴My COOKBOOK HERE 🔴 https://amzn.to/2XVV4kD ⭐️ ABUELA'S ENCHILADAS    • Easy ENCHILADAS ROJAS | My Abuelita's Red ...   INGREDIENTS 1 to 1 1/2 Tbsp cooking oil 1 cup long grain rice (rinsed) 1/3 small onion sliced 2 cloves garlic minced 1/2 tsp cumin seeds 1/4 tsp black peppercorns 1 Tbsp tomato chicken bouillon powder 5.5 fl oz can of V8 juice (or just use tomato sauce) 2 cups water pan with a lid Loved this recipe? Give it a THUMBS UP and subscribe for more easy, authentic Tex-Mex favorites! How To Make Mexican Rice Easy Recipe For Mexican Rice