Cilantro Lime Rice
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Cilantro Lime Rice
Description
Cilantro Lime Rice is made by simmering long-grain white rice in chicken broth along with diced green chiles and seasonings including garlic salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Butter and fresh cilantro provide richness and herbal brightness. The rice absorbs the broth and flavors during the simmering process, with occasional stirring to ensure even cooking. The lime juice adds a fresh citrus tang.
The result is a fluffy rice with a distinct lime and cilantro character balanced by subtle heat from the green chiles. The texture remains soft yet separate when properly rinsed beforehand. This rice complements Mexican or Southwestern dishes well as a side or base.
Leftover rice stores well refrigerated for 3-4 days and freezes for up to 3 months when portioned into freezer bags. Thawed rice can be reheated in the microwave. Variations include using Basmati or Jasmine rice or adding lime zest for extra flavor. Avoid overpouring liquid to prevent gummy rice and reduce heat once boiling for even cooking.
Ingredients
- 2 cups long-grain white rice
- 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles
- 1 bunch cilantro chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter salted
- garlic salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Cover, lower the heat, and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 20–25 minutes until rice is cooked.
- Fluff and serve warm.
Notes
- Store leftover rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Cool rice to room temperature before freezing in portioned freezer-safe bags; freeze up to 3 months.
- Reheat thawed rice in the microwave for 4-6 minutes, stirring as needed.
- Rinse rice before cooking for fluffier texture; omit rinsing for stickier rice.
- Use only one lime to yield 1 tablespoon of juice; lime zest can enhance citrus flavor.
- Reduce heat after boiling to ensure even cooking and avoid gummy rice.
- Basmati or Jasmine rice are suitable alternatives; brown rice requires longer cooking time.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 269 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 269kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 50g | 17% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 615mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 105mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 144IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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