Cilantro Rice Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

jasmine rice, cilantro, olive oil

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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 for about 1-2 minutes until the water runs clear. This step helps remove excess starch.
2
Cook the Rice
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed jasmine rice and 2 cups of water. Bring it to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
3
Fluff the Rice
Once cooked, remove the saucepan from heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes. Then, fluff the rice with a fork to separate the grains.

4
Add Olive Oil and Cilantro
In a large mixing bowl, combine the fluffed jasmine rice, chopped cilantro, and olive oil. Stir gently until the rice is well coated and the cilantro is evenly distributed throughout the rice.

5
Serve
Transfer the cilantro rice to a serving platter or individual bowls. Enjoy it warm as a delicious side dish!