cilantro lime rice

Name: Cilantro Lime Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 1 cup(s) rice, long grain; 1 tablespoon(s) oil; 1 teaspoon(s) salt; - *zest of 1/2 a lime; - *the juice of 1/2 a lime (more if you like); 3 tablespoon(s) finely chopped cilantro; - *water, enough to cover 3/4 of an inch of the rice. if you're familiar with measuring the water with the pinky finger method, that's what i do. if you've had success using the directions on the rice, then by all means use it.

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Heather Haddo

Burlington, KY

Updated on Jun 24, 2012

This rice is literally in the "limelight" at gatherings, especially when I do a burrito bar. It's a great companion/side to a spicy main dish.

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prep time 10 Min

cook time 20 Min

method ---

yield 2-3 serving(s)

Ingredients

1 cup rice, long grain
1 tablespoon oil
1 teaspoon salt
- *zest of 1/2 a lime
- *the juice of 1/2 a lime (more if you like)
3 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
- *water, enough to cover 3/4 of an inch of the rice. if you're familiar with measuring the water with the pinky finger method, that's what i do. if you've had success using the directions on the rice, then by all means use it.

How To Make cilantro lime rice

Step 1

Rinse rice. Combine rice, oil, salt, water, and lime zest. Bring to a boil, cover, and cook on very low heat for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is fluffy.

Step 2

Remove from heat and transfer to a mixing bowl. Add lime juice and chopped cilantro. Give it a good mix and enjoy!
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