Cilantro Lime Rice

5 from 2 votes

Step aside, Chipotle! This easy Cilantro Lime Rice recipe can be made on the stove top or in an Instant Pot. Perfect for burrito bowls, tacos, and more! Makes 3 cups

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American, Mexican

Keyword: chipotle, cilantro lime rice, rice

Servings: to 6 servings (Makes 3 cups)

Calories: 216kcal

Author: Tara Teaspoon

Ingredients

1 cup long-grain white rice (use converted rice if desired)
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth (optional: water)*
1 tablespoon melted butter
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
⅓ cup chopped cilantro plus extra for garnish
1 small scallion chopped (2 tablespoons), plus extra for garnish

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, combine rice, salt, garlic powder and broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer and cover with a lid or silicone pot lid. Let simmer, covered, 13 to 15 minutes, until liquid is absorbed and you see holes in the surface of the rice.
Remove the rice from the heat and let sit, covered, for 2 to 5 minutes.
Stir in butter and lime juice, then fluff rice with a fork. Stir in cilantro and scallions and serve immediately. Garnish with extra cilantro and scallions if desired.

Notes

* using WATER is just fine but won't impart the rich flavor that broth will.

To cook this in an Instant Pot:

Combine rice, salt, garlic powder and broth in a 6 quart or smaller Instant Pot or electric pressure cooker. Seal lid and use the rice setting to cook the rice. Let the steam release naturally, not manually. Remove lid, stir in butter, lime juice, cilantro and scallions and serve.

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