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.
🕒 Prep Time 5 mins
🍳 Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 20 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 480 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Mexican / Asian Fusion

Ingredients

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