Source: MRS 2014
MRS: 1345 — Grains (1300s)

Fiesta Rice

Meal Component Contribution:
1 oz. eq. whole grain, 1/8 cup other vegetable
Number of Portions: 50  Size of Portion: 1/2 cup
Recipe HACCP Process: #2 - Same day service
Whole Grains Vegetables (Other)
  •  Whole Grains
  •  Vegetables (Other)

INGREDIENT
MEASURE (FOR 50 SERVINGS)
Rice, Long Grain,Brown, Parboiled, #556
3 pound(s)
Spice Blend MS, Southwest, No Salt, #562
3 tablespoon(s) + 1 teaspoon(s)
Salt, Table, #343
1 tablespoon(s)
Sauce, Tomato, #10 Can, #264
1 quart(s) + 1 cup(s)
Broth, Chicken, Low Sodium, #350
1 gallon(s) + 1 quart(s)
Oil, Liquid for Fryer, #396
1/4 cup(s)
Peppers, Green, Diced, Frozen, #75
3 1/3 cup(s)
Onions, Frozen, Chopped, #72
3 1/3 cup(s)
DIRECTIONS

1.

Place 2 pounds brown parboiled rice in a 4-inch full size steamtable pan that has been sprayed with pan release spray.

2.

Heat chicken stock to boiling and combine with spice blend, salt, and tomato sauce. Add to rice in pan and stir well. Cover with aluminum foil.

3.

Steam for approximately 45 minutes until rice is tender and fluffy. Check at 30 minutes of cooking time for liquid absorption. If needed, add water.

4.

While rice is cooking, heat oil in pan on stove top. Sauté peppers and onions until they are soft.

5.

Add sautéed mixture to cooked rice and cook 5-10 minutes more.

CCP:  Heat to 155 degrees F or higher for 15 seconds at the completion of the cooking process.

6.

Place on line for service.
Portion using a #8 scoop (1/2 cup) per serving. Each portion provides 1 oz. eq. whole grain and 1/8 cup other vegetable.

CCP:  Hold and maintain product at a minimum temperature of 135 degrees F. Check temperature every 30 minutes. Leftovers should be covered, labeled, and dated. Quick chill within 6 hours to 41 degrees or lower.

Production Notes

Use commodity products when available.
If using frozen peppers and onions, thaw and drain liquid before cooking.

Nutrients Per Serving
Calories
128
Carbohydrates
24.52 g
Dietary Fiber
1.46 g
Protein
3.96 g
Sodium
542.98 mg
Total Fat
1.72 g
Sat. Fat
0.23 g
Trans Fat
0.00 g