Best 3 Beckys Easy Cilantro Lime Rice Recipes

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Welcome to the culinary adventure of creating the perfect Becky's Easy Cilantro Lime Rice. This flavorful and vibrant dish is an excellent accompaniment to various main courses, adding a refreshing and zesty touch to your meals. The combination of fresh cilantro, zesty lime, and fragrant basmati rice creates a delightful symphony of flavors that will surely tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting out in the kitchen, this recipe will guide you through the simple steps to achieve perfectly cooked, fluffy rice infused with zesty citrusy goodness. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your kitchen, and let's embark on this culinary journey together.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

BECKY'S EASY CILANTRO LIME RICE



Becky's Easy Cilantro Lime Rice image

This rice is great as a side dish or added to your favorite taco salad or burrito. Much like you will find in fresh-Mex restaurants.

Provided by BCOLLINS1

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ onion, chopped
1 (4 ounce) can green chilies
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 lime, juiced
½ bunch cilantro, chopped
3 cups water
4 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon butter, softened
3 cups uncooked instant rice

Steps:

  • Blend the onion, green chiles, garlic, and lime juice together in a food processor until smooth; add the cilantro and pulse until the cilantro is finely chopped into the mixture.
  • Bring the water to boil in a saucepan. Stir the cilantro mixture, chicken bouillon granules, salt, butter, and rice into the water and return to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low and cover. Simmer until the rice has absorbed the liquid entirely, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.5 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Cholesterol 2.6 mg, Fat 1.5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 440.6 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

LIME CILANTRO RICE



Lime Cilantro Rice image

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 teaspoon canola oil
1 cup long grain white rice
1 cup chicken stock
2 to 3 strips lime peel
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon lime zest plus 2 tablespoons lime juice
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves, plus more for sprinkling
2 green onions, green parts only, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepot over medium-high heat. Add the rice and toast until lightly golden, about 1 minute. Add the stock, lime peel, salt and 1 1/2 cups water and bring to a boil. Cover the rice, reduce the heat to low and simmer until all of the liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes. Let the rice stand, covered, about 5 minutes, then stir in the lime zest, juice and cilantro. Transfer to a serving bowl and top with more cilantro leaves and green onion.

BECKY'S EASY CILANTRO LIME RICE



Becky's Easy Cilantro Lime Rice image

This rice is great as a side dish or added to your favorite taco salad or burrito. Much like you will find in fresh-Mex restaurants.

Provided by BCOLLINS1

Categories     Rice Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ onion, chopped
1 (4 ounce) can green chilies
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 lime, juiced
½ bunch cilantro, chopped
3 cups water
4 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon butter, softened
3 cups uncooked instant rice

Steps:

  • Blend the onion, green chiles, garlic, and lime juice together in a food processor until smooth; add the cilantro and pulse until the cilantro is finely chopped into the mixture.
  • Bring the water to boil in a saucepan. Stir the cilantro mixture, chicken bouillon granules, salt, butter, and rice into the water and return to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low and cover. Simmer until the rice has absorbed the liquid entirely, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.5 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Cholesterol 2.6 mg, Fat 1.5 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 440.6 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

Tips:

  • For the best results, use fresh cilantro and lime juice. Dried cilantro and bottled lime juice will not provide the same flavor and aroma.
  • If you don't have a lime on hand, you can substitute lemon juice. However, lime juice is the traditional choice for this dish.
  • Be careful not to overcook the rice. It should be cooked through, but still have a slight bite to it.
  • If you want a more flavorful rice, you can toast the rice in a pan before cooking it. This will bring out the nutty flavor of the rice.
  • You can add other ingredients to this recipe to taste, such as chopped tomatoes, corn, or black beans.

Conclusion:

Cilantro lime rice is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you are looking for a light and refreshing side dish or a more flavorful and filling option, cilantro lime rice is a great choice.

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