Traditional Cilantro-Lime Rice
Delicious, amazing Cilantro-Lime Rice that tastes for all the world just like the restaurants'—and for just pennies.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time15 minutes mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4
Calories: 207kcal
- 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
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.
Calories: 207kcal