Ecuadorian inspired•healthy

Cilantro lime rice {Arroz con cilantro}

Easy and simple recipe for homemade Latin style cilantro lime rice.

Ingredients

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2 cups of uncooked white rice (long grain)
2 tablespoons of oil or butter
2 tablespoons of finely chopped white onions
1 garlic clove (finally chopped or minced– optional)
2 ¼ cups water (adjust based on altitude (add an additional 1/4 cup of water if you aren't using long grain rice))
Salt to taste
~6 cups of cooked rice
1 bunch of cilantro (finely chopped)
Juice from 1-2 limes (adjust to taste)

1
Heat the oil or butter on medium low temperature in medium sized saucepan.
2
Add the chopped onions and garlic, cook until the onions are translucent and soft, about 2-3 minutes.
3
Add the uncooked rice and stir it until it is well coated by the oil, add the water with a little bit of salt, and bring it to a boil.
4
Let the water boil until it’s reduced and barely covers the rice, cover with a lid, reduce the temperature to low or simmer, and cook for about 20-25 minutes. The rice should be fully cooked, but firm and not sticky (think al dente). It will take longer to cook at higher altitudes.
5
Mix the rice with the chopped cilantro and lime juice, taste and add additional salt if needed. Can also add a bit of olive oil if desired.