Traditional Cilantro-Lime Rice
Delicious, amazing Cilantro-Lime Rice that tastes for all the world just like the restaurants'—and for just pennies.
Servings: 4
Calories: 207kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- 2 to 3 clobes garlic, minced finely
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- zest from one lime
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Add the oil to a saucepan and heat on low.
- Add the garlic and rice to the oil and sauté for two minutes on medium heat, stirring frequently.
- Add the chicken broth, salt, lime juice, bay leaf, and bring to a boil. Cover and cook on Low for about 15 minutes.
- When the rice is done, add lime zest and chopped cilantro and stir to mix in. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 207kcal