Cilantro Lime Rice Recipe
Total Time
38 mins
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
18 mins
Rating
5 out of 5 stars
(14)
Ingredients
4 servings
- 2 Tbsp coconut oil, or extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup long grain rice, jasmine or basmati rice, rinsed and well drained
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 ½ cups filtered water
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- Zest of 1 lime
- 1 Tbsp lime juice, plus more to taste
- ½ bunch cilantro, finely chopped (½ cup loosely packed)
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Preparation
Step 1
Melt the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the uncooked rice and stir to coat it in oil. Continue to stir until the rice starts to turn golden. Add the garlic and stir for another minute, until fragrant.
Step 2
Add the water and bring it to a simmer. Then, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer until all the water is absorbed, about 18 minutes (or according to your rice package instructions). Remove from the heat and let it rest, covered, for another 10 minutes.
Step 3
Transfer the rice to a serving bowl and toss with fresh cilantro, lime zest, lime juice, salt, and jalapeño (if using). Add more salt and lime juice to taste if desired.
Step 4
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Chef's notes
Rinse your rice to remove impurities, debris, dirt, and starch for a fluffier texture.
Add salt after the rice is cooked for better flavor control.
For a quick option, you can make this in an Instant Pot.
