How to make the Perfect Cilantro Lime Rice Easy Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup Medium Grain Rice (uncooked)
• 2 pieces Garlic Cloves (minced)
• 2 cups Chicken Broth (low‑sodium)
• 0.5 tsp Salt (kosher or table salt)
• 1 whole Lime (freshly squeezed juice (about 2 tbsp))
• 1.5 tbsp Unsalted Butter (softened)
• 2 tbsp Fresh Cilantro (chopped leaves)
• 1 tbsp Neutral Cooking Oil (canola or vegetable oil)

Instructions

1. Heat Oil

   Place the medium saucepan over low‑medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of neutral oil. Heat until shimmering.

   Time: PT1M

2. Toast Rice and Garlic

   Add 1 cup medium‑grain rice to the pan and stir for about 1 minute. Then add the 2 minced garlic cloves and continue to sauté for 2‑3 minutes, or until the rice turns lightly golden and the garlic is fragrant.

   Time: PT3M

3. Prepare Broth

   While the rice is toasting, bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a kettle or separate pot. Stir in ½ teaspoon salt and the 2 cups of low‑sodium chicken broth.

   Time: PT4M

4. Add Broth and Lime Juice

   Pour the hot broth mixture into the pan with the rice, add the juice of half a lime, stir quickly, then reduce the heat to the lowest setting. Cover the pan with a tight‑fitting lid.

   Time: PT1M

5. Simmer Rice

   Let the rice cook covered for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.

   Time: PT15M

6. Rest Rice

   Turn off the heat, keep the lid on, and let the rice sit for 10 minutes.

   Time: PT10M

7. Finish with Butter, Lime, and Cilantro

   Uncover the rice, stir in 1½ tablespoons unsalted butter, the juice of the remaining half lime, and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro. Fluff gently.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

200

Protein

3 g

Carbohydrates

40 g

Fat

5 g

Fiber

1 g