Cilantro Lime Rice
A staple in burrito bowls everywhere. The trick is adding the lime and cilantro AFTER cooking. If boiled, lime becomes bitter and cilantro wilts into mush. Freshness is key.
Ingredients
1 1/2
cups
Long Grain Rice (Basmati)
2 1/2
cups
Water
1
Lime (Juice and Zest)
1
bunch
Fresh Cilantro
2
tbsp
Oil or Butter
1
tsp
Salt
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Equipment Needed
- Pot with lid.
Instructions
1
✓
Rinse rice until clear.
Tip: Essential for fluffy grains.
2
✓
Toast rice in oil 1 minute. Add water and salt. Cook covered 15 mins.
Tip: Toasting adds flavor.
3
✓
Rest 5 mins covered.
Tip: Finishes cooking.
4
✓
Fluff. Stir in lime juice, zest, and chopped cilantro.
Tip: Keep it fresh.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups Long Grain Rice (Basmati)
- 2 1/2 cups Water
- 1 Lime (Juice and Zest)
- 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro
- 2 tbsp Oil or Butter
- 1 tsp Salt