Chipotle's Cilantro Lime Rice (Copycat Recipe)
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Chipotle's Cilantro Lime Rice (Copycat Recipe)
Description
This copycat recipe for Chipotle's Cilantro Lime Rice begins by heating oil over low heat and stirring in basmati rice with lime juice briefly before adding water and salt. The rice simmers gently until tender and all water is absorbed. Fluffing the cooked rice and folding in coarsely chopped fresh cilantro adds a bright, herbaceous finish that is distinct to this preparation.
The rice achieves a light, fluffy texture with subtle acidity from lime and a refreshing cilantro aroma, making it an ideal base or complement for tacos, burritos, and grilled meats. The method of adding lime and cilantro at the end preserves their flavors.
The recipe notes that for meal prepping, adding lime juice just before serving will maintain the freshest flavor. This dish is straightforward to prepare while offering a recognizable, fresh flavor profile linked to a popular restaurant chain.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
- 2/3 cup basmati rice white
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons cilantro coarsely chopped, fresh
Instructions
- In a heavy 2-quart saucepan, heat the oil or butter over low heat. If using butter, stir it occasionally until melted.
- Add the rice and lime juice and stir for 1 minute.
- Add the water and salt. Raise the heat and bring to a boil. Cover, turn down the heat to low and simmer until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed about 25 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the cilantro.
Notes
- Add lime juice and cilantro just before serving to maintain their bright, fresh flavor.
- For meal prepping, stir in fresh lime juice when reheating to preserve the authentic taste.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 81 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 81kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 196mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 23mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.7mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 6mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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