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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
1 cup jasmine rice
1.5 cups water
1 handful cilantro
1/2 lime
salt
pepper
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

Add a good amount of olive oil to the pot.

2

Wash the jasmine rice until the water runs clear, then drain it.

3

Add the washed rice to the pot with the oil and mix well to combine.

4

Add pepper and the juice of half a lime to the rice.

5

Pour in 1.5 cups of water and stir quickly.

6

Cover the pot and cook on medium-low heat for about 15 minutes.

7

Check the rice; it should look fluffy and the water should be mostly absorbed.

8

Chop the handful of cilantro thinly.

9

Once the rice is cooked, add the chopped cilantro and mix well.

Cooking Techniques

boilingchoppingmixing

Equipment Needed

pot

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Also Known As

Arroz con CilantroCilantro Rice

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