Side Cilantro Lime Rice Recipe
Long grain white rice cooked in-house and seasoned with lime juice and freshly chopped cilantro.
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Ingredients
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Rice Preparation
Seasoning
Method
Rice Cooking
- 1
Rinse the Rice
Start by rinsing the long grain white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch.
- 2
Cook the Rice
In a medium-sized pot, combine the rinsed rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
- 3
Seasoning the Rice
- 4
Add Lime Juice
Drizzle the lime juice over the fluffed rice and gently mix it in using a fork.
- 5
Add Cilantro
Fold in the chopped cilantro, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the rice.
- 6
Serve
Transfer the cilantro lime rice to a serving dish and enjoy as a side with your favorite main course.
