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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 rice
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
1 lime, zested and juiced

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cilantro

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💰Cheaper: green onions

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olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is a cost-effective alternative for cooking.

1

Chop onion and mince garlic finely.

2

Rinse rice thoroughly under cold water to remove excess starch.

3

Add olive oil to a medium saucepan over medium heat.

4

Add chopped onion and rinsed rice to the saucepan and stir until the onion softens and the rice turns pearly white.

5

Stir in minced garlic and pour in water.

6

Season the rice with salt, reduce heat to low, and cover with a tight-fitting lid.

7

Cook covered for 15 minutes, then slide the pot off the heat and leave it covered for 10 more minutes.

8

Chop fresh cilantro and juice limes while waiting.

9

After 10 minutes, uncover the rice and fluff it gently with a fork.

10

Add cilantro and lime juice, starting with about 3 tablespoons, and taste to adjust if needed.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Also Known As

Arroz con CilantroCilantro Rice

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