Side Of Cilantro Rice Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

Make Side Of Cilantro Rice Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Rinse the Rice
Place the Jasmine rice in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cold water until the water runs clear. This step helps to remove excess starch.
2
Cook the Rice
In a medium saucepan, combine rinsed rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes.
3
Fluff the Rice
After 15 minutes, remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes. Then, use a fork to fluff the rice gently.

4
Prepare the Flavoring
While the rice is cooking, chop the fresh cilantro finely and set aside. In a small bowl, mix together lime juice, olive oil, and minced garlic.
5
Combine and Serve
Once the rice is fluffed, add the chopped cilantro and the lime-olive oil mixture. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients evenly. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt if desired.