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Cilantro Lime Rice

Cultural Context

Cilantro Lime Rice is a popular side dish in Peruvian cuisine, often served with grilled meats and seafood. The bright flavors of cilantro and lime elevate simple rice, making it a refreshing accompaniment. This dish has gained popularity beyond Peru, often appearing in Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisines, appreciated for its vibrant taste and versatility.

PeruvianPEside
30 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups jasmine rice
1 lime
3 cups water
2 teaspoons salt
1 bay leaf
6 tablespoons cilantro
6 teaspoons olive oil

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley offers a fresh flavor and is often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is a cost-effective alternative for cooking.

1

Rinse the rice until the water runs clear to ensure it is light and fluffy.

2

Put 3 cups of water into a medium-sized pot and add the rinsed rice.

3

Add 2 teaspoons of salt and 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the pot, saving the rest of the olive oil for later.

4

Mix the ingredients together in the pot.

5

Add 1 bay leaf to the pot and turn the heat up to high.

6

Once the water comes to a boil, turn the heat down to low and let it simmer for 15 minutes.

7

Roll the lime to loosen the juices, then squeeze the lime into a cup and save the juice for later.

8

Finely chop the cilantro by gliding a knife along the stems and add it to a bowl.

9

Once the rice is done, remove the bay leaf and pour the rice into a large bowl.

10

Add the remaining olive oil to the rice and toss it.

11

Add the lime juice and chopped cilantro to the rice and fold everything together until mixed.

Cooking Techniques

boilingchoppingmixing

Equipment Needed

medium-sized potlarge bowl

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Arroz con CilantroCilantro Rice

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