Best 11 Peppered Cilantro Rice Recipes

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Peppered cilantro rice is a flavorful and easy-to-make side dish that complements a variety of main courses. The combination of fragrant cilantro, zesty black pepper, and fluffy rice creates a dish that is both delicious and visually appealing. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to serve at a dinner party, this peppered cilantro rice recipe is sure to impress.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

CILANTRO RICE



Cilantro Rice image

I found this recipe on smartsource.dom and revised it. It is unbelievably good; it's packed with flavour. If you are a cilantro lover, this is something you can't miss.

Provided by Izzy Knight

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 large jalapeno, seeded and minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups white rice (Japanese best)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies (mild)
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup lightly packed chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large heavy saucepan, heat oil over medium high heat.
  • Add onion and cook 2 minutes.
  • Add jalapeno and garlic, cook 2 to 3 minutes, until onion is soft and beginning to color.
  • Add rice and cook, stirring constantly, until grains turn translucent, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Pour in broth and 1 can water and bring to a boil.
  • Stir in chiles and salt.
  • Cover, reduce heat to low and cook 15 to 17 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
  • Stir in cilantro just before serving.

PEPPERED CILANTRO RICE



Peppered Cilantro Rice image

This colorful confetti rice is a traditional dish in Puerto Rico. We enjoy it in the summer alongside grilled shrimp kabobs, but it is good with most any entree. -Laura Lunardi of West Chester, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small onion, finely chopped
1 small sweet yellow pepper, finely chopped
1 small sweet red pepper, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups water
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute the onion, peppers and garlic in oil until crisp-tender. Add the water, rice, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until rice is tender, 18-22 minutes. , Remove from the heat; fluff with a fork. Stir in cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 298mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

POBLANO PEPPER-CILANTRO RICE



Poblano Pepper-Cilantro Rice image

Make and share this Poblano Pepper-Cilantro Rice recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Rice

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup white onion, chopped
2 poblano chiles, roasted, peeled, stemmed, seeded, and coarsely chopped (can oven roast or see Roasted Peppers: How to Roast a Pepper on a Gas Range)
2 teaspoons garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh cilantro leaves, plus more for garnish
1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 3/4 cups chicken stock
1 cup long-grain white rice

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, heat 1 1/2 teaspoons of the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onions and chiles and cook, stirring, for 3 minutes. Add the garlic, cumin, salt, cilantro and parsley, and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Remove from the heat and transfer to a blender with 1/2 cup of the stock. Process on high speed until smooth.
  • Heat the remaining tablespoon of oil in the pan over medium heat. Add the rice and cook, stirring, until translucent, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the puree and cook, stirring, to evaporate most of the liquid, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the remaining stock, stir and cover, and lower the heat to medium-low. Simmer without stirring, until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the heat and let sit without stirring for 10 to 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve, garnished with additional cilantro.

CILANTRO RICE



Cilantro Rice image

Provided by Aida Mollenkamp

Categories     side-dish

Time 32m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 1/2 cups packed cilantro leaves (about 3 ounces)
3 medium garlic cloves
1 medium serrano chile, halved lengthwise and seeded
3 1/3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 cup minced yellow onion
2 cups long-grain white rice
1 tablespoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Combine cilantro, garlic, chile, and 2 cups broth in a blender and process until smooth; set aside.
  • Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. When it shimmers, add onion and cook until softened, about 2 minutes. Add rice and salt stir to coat in oil and cook until rice becomes opaque, about 2 minutes. Carefully pour the cilantro mixture and the remaining 1 1/3 cups broth into the rice and stir to combine. Bring mixture to a boil then reduce heat to low so rice is at a simmer. Cover and cook until rice is tender, about 15 minutes. Turn off heat and let rice rest covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with fork and serve.

PEPPERED CILANTRO RICE



Peppered Cilantro Rice image

This colorful confetti rice is a traditional dish in Puerto Rico. We enjoy it in the summer alongside grilled shrimp kabobs, but it is good with most any entree. -Laura Perry of Exton, Pennsylvania

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small onion, finely chopped
½ cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
½ cup finely chopped sweet yellow pepper
2 garlic clove (blank)s garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive or canola oil
2 cups water
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro or parsley

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, saute the onion, peppers and garlic in oil for 2-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add the water, rice, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 18-22 minutes or until the rice is tender. Remove from the heat. Add cilantro; fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146.2 calories, Carbohydrate 27.7 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 2.5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 249.1 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

CILANTRO-LIME RICE



Cilantro-Lime Rice image

My family's favorite Mexican restaurant serves a similar rice as a side dish. I threw this together one night when I was making fajitas, and everyone loved it! It's such an easy side dish and pairs well with kabobs on the grill, too. -Robin Baskette, Lexington, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup uncooked jasmine rice
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine rice and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, 12-15 minutes. Add lime juice, cilantro and nutmeg; fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 191mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PERUVIAN CILANTRO RICE



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This a recipe my mom always makes. Its delicious! The rice turns out green because of the cilantro and it's full of flavor!

Provided by LAURELC1

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (4 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 bunch fresh cilantro, stems removed
½ cup water
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
¼ cup frozen, chopped carrots
¼ cup frozen peas
1 tablespoon cumin
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 cup uncooked white rice

Steps:

  • Place the chicken into a large saucepan and fill with enough water to cover, about 3 cups. Bring to a boil and cook for about fifteen minutes, or until chicken is done. Dice chicken, and reserve cooking liquid.
  • In a food processor or blender, puree cilantro with 1/2 cup water.
  • Heat oil in a saucepan and cook garlic until lightly browned. Pour in 2 cups of the cooking liquid and stir in the cilantro puree, diced chicken, carrots, peas, cumin and rice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer, then cover; cook on low heat until rice is tender and liquid has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.9 calories, Carbohydrate 27.3 g, Cholesterol 22 mg, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 11.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 43.3 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

SESAME-CILANTRO RICE



Sesame-Cilantro Rice image

Provided by Jean Anderson

Categories     Side     Low Fat     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     High Fiber     Low Cholesterol     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Vegan     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups basmati rice (about 9 1/2 ounces)
1 1/2-inch piece peeled fresh ginger
1 tablespoon peanut oil
1 teaspoon Asian sesame oil
8 large green onions, thinly sliced
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • Combine rice, ginger, and 2 1/2 cups water in heavy large saucepan; sprinkle generously with salt. Bring to boil over high heat, stirring once. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until rice is tender and water is absorbed, 15 to 18 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat peanut oil and sesame oil in heavy medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add green onions and sauté until just tender, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Remove ginger from rice. Season rice to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Spoon rice into bowl. Sprinkle rice with cilantro and sesame seeds, then green onions.

PINEAPPLE CILANTRO RICE



Pineapple Cilantro Rice image

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains     Rice Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups uncooked basmati rice
1 pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, coarsely chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 1/2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 lime, cut into wedges, for garnish

Steps:

  • Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil. Stir in the rice, reduce to a simmer. Cook until rice is tender but still firm, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain; rinse with cool water.
  • Transfer to a bowl, and stir in the pineapple, cilantro, bell pepper, and olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper. Cover, and chill. Serve cooled with lime wedges.

CILANTRO RICE



Cilantro Rice image

Borrowing from the fresh flavors of arroz verde and reminiscent of Chipotle's cilantro-lime rice, this simple dish is a low-effort, high-reward accompaniment to all good things, such as pork chops and crispy tofu. Though diced fresh onion could season the rice, onion powder is a savory bedrock with its concentration of umami, especially once bloomed in oil. This aromatic dish plays to the strengths of the cilantro plant: The stems cook with the rice, lending their peppery brightness, and the tender leaves confetti the dish for a final viridescent flourish.

Provided by Eric Kim

Categories     grains and rice, side dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 bunch cilantro, stems and leaves separated, both finely chopped
1 cup long-grain white rice, such as jasmine or basmati
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (Diamond Crystal), plus more to taste
1 large jalapeño, thinly sliced
Juice of 1/2 lime, plus more to taste

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the oil, then stir in the onion powder and cilantro stems until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the rice and stir until oil-slicked, just a few seconds.
  • Add 1 1/2 cups water, raise the heat to high and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan and cook until all of the water is absorbed, 17 to 20 minutes. Remove from the heat and let the rice sit, covered, to steam for 10 more minutes.
  • Fold in the salt, cilantro leaves, jalapeño and lime juice. Taste for seasoning, adding more salt and lime juice as desired.

ONE-POT CILANTRO LIME CHICKEN & RICE RECIPE BY TASTY



One-Pot Cilantro Lime Chicken & Rice Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken breast, olive oil, yellow onion, poblano peppers, garlic cloves, low-sodium chicken broth, lime, canned cooked black beans, diced tomatoes, jasmine rice, salt, pepper, cilantro

Provided by Melissa Boyajian

Categories     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
2 poblano peppers, chopped
2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
2 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 lime, juiced
14 ½ oz canned cooked black beans, rinsed and drained
2 diced tomatoes
1 ½ cups jasmine rice, uncooked, rinsed
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • In a skillet, heat a small amount of oil on medium-high heat. Add chicken and season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook the chicken thoroughly, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  • Add remaining olive oil to the skillet. Add onion and peppers and sauté for 5-7 minutes.
  • Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  • Add the chicken broth, lime juice, black beans, tomatoes, rice, salt, and pepper and stir to combine.
  • Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice is cooked through.
  • Add chicken back to the pot. Add cilantro and combine.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 569 calories, Carbohydrate 56 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 30 grams, Sugar 11 grams

Tips:

  • For the best results, use basmati rice. It is a long-grain rice that is known for its light and fluffy texture.
  • Be sure to rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking. This will help to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Use a large pot for cooking the rice. This will help to prevent the rice from sticking together.
  • Bring the water to a boil before adding the rice. This will help to ensure that the rice cooks evenly.
  • Once the rice has come to a boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 18 minutes. Do not stir the rice during this time.
  • Once the rice is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it stand for 5 minutes before fluffing it with a fork.
  • Add the cilantro, pepper, and salt to taste. You can also add other ingredients, such as diced tomatoes, chopped onions, or grated cheese.
  • Serve the rice immediately or store it in the refrigerator for later use.

Conclusion:

Peppered cilantro rice is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. It is a great way to add flavor and color to your meals. The combination of cilantro, pepper, and salt creates a unique and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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