Description
This flavorful Cilantro Lime Rice recipe is a zesty and aromatic side dish that pairs perfectly with a variety of main courses. The combination of fresh cilantro, tangy lime, and warm cumin elevates plain basmati rice into a vibrant and tasty dish.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 1/4 cups basmati rice
- 2 1/4 cups chicken broth
Seasonings:
- 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- zest and juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Toasting the Rice: In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, add butter and dry basmati rice. Toast the rice until golden and fragrant.
- Adding Ingredients: Stir in chicken broth, cilantro, salt, cumin, lime zest, and juice. Bring to a boil.
- Simmering: Cover with a lid, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20-25 minutes.
- Fluffing and Serving: Once rice is cooked, fluff with a fork and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 0.2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
