What do you do after you pick up 20 pounds of fresh limes from your backyard? Frozen margaritas and Cilantro Lime Rice. This homemade version tastes 100% identical to Chipotle Mexican Grill’s popular rice and it’s very simple. It calls for 3 ingredients ( rice, cilantro and lime) and it takes about 25 minutes to cook! You can serve it as a side dish or enjoy it with roasted bell peppers, guacamole and salsa, in a bowl or a wrapped burrito.
Chipotle-Style Cilantro Lime Rice
Ingredients
- 3 cups long grain rice
- 7 cups water
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 limes juiced
- 1 pinch salt
- 12 tbsp cilantro chopped
Instructions
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Rinse the rice to reduce extra starchiness.
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In a large heavy pot, add rice, water, 1 tbsp vegetable oil and salt.
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Boil on high until most of the water evaporates. When the water just skims the top of the rice, reduce the heat to low and cover for about 15 minutes.
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Set aside and keep covered for an additional 5 minutes.
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Add the chopped cilantro, lime juice and remaining oil. Toss gently until completely mixed. Taste and adjust accordingly.
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Transfer to a large bowl and garnish with limes wedges ( optional).
