Cilantro Lime Rice

Source: Simply Recipes

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Servings: 6

Total time: 30 minutes

INGREDIENTS

• 2 Tbs olive oil
• 1 1/2 cups uncooked jasmine rice (or other long-grain rice)
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 1/4 cups chicken broth
• 1 tsp salt
• Zest of 1 lime
• Juice of 1 lime (about 3 Tbs)
• 1/2 cup chopped cilantro

DIRECTIONS

• In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, toast the rice in olive oil, stirring occasionally, until it begins to brown and turn opaque. Add the garlic and cook for about 1 minute more.
• Add the chicken broth, salt, and lime zest and bring to a boil. Cover and turn the heat to low. Let the rice simmer undisturbed for 15 minutes.
• Remove from heat and let sit for 10 minutes before fluffing with a fork. Then transfer the rice to a serving bowl and toss with lime juice and cilantro.
• Serve warm with carne adobada!