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Cilantro Lime Jasmine Rice

Serving Size: 10
This simple but flavorful rice pairs especially well with Shrimp and Vegetable Stir Fry or Green Chili Pork .

Recipe by: Love and Lemons

Cook Times

Active Prep5
Hands-On Cook0
Hands-Off Cook15
Passive0
Total Time20 minutes
Recipe Serving Size10

Cooking Tools Required

Cutting board, Fine-Mesh Strainer, Measuring cups and spoons, Saucepan, Sharp Knives, Top Stove

Ingredients

  • 3 cup jasmine white rice
  • 4 cup water
  • 3 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 each lime juiced and zested
  • 2 clove garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt adjust to taste
  • 4 sprig scallion finely chopped
  • 1 each jalapeno pepper deseeded and diced

Instructions

  • Combine the rice, water, and 1/3 of the olive oil in a medium saucepan with a lid. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce to a simmer. Simmer for 20 minutes (or check the time listed on the package of your rice).
  • Uncover and fluff with a fork. Add the garlic, scallions, and lime zest and stir to combine. Let cool for 1 minute, then add the remaining 2/3 of olive oil, salt, lime juice, cilantro, and jalapeño. Stir to combine and season to taste.
Reheating Instructions
Heat in microwave, covered, on high heat until warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 217kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 242mg | Potassium: 95mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 172IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg