Mexican rice

Mexican rice (Spanish: arroz mexicano) is white rice roasted in a skillet with garlic and onions until light brown, then steamed or simmered with tomato sauce and chicken stock. It is served as a side dish with entrees, but is also a major ingredient in burritos. Mexican rice is also commonly known as Spanish rice, however, the dish is not traditional to Spain. The term "Spanish rice" is not used by Mexicans or Mexican food enthusiasts, and its use probably stems from the fact that the Spanish language (Castilian) is spoken in Mexico, and the dish is usually simply referred to as "arroz" (translation: rice) in Mexico.