Cilantro Lime Fluffy Rice (Printer-Friendly)

Fluffy rice meets zesty lime and herbs for a quick, vibrant side packed with fresh flavor and color.

# What You’ll Need to Cook:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 200 g long grain white rice, rinsed
02 - 500 ml water or vegetable stock
03 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 2 teaspoons lime zest
05 - 2 bay leaves
06 - 1 cube chicken bouillon
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste

→ Finishing Touches

08 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
09 - 25 g fresh cilantro, finely chopped

# Steps to Prepare:

01 - In a medium non-stick saucepan, combine rinsed rice, water or vegetable stock, garlic powder, lime zest, bay leaves, chicken bouillon, and salt. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat.
02 - Once boiling, cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes without uncovering. Remove from heat and leave covered for another 10 minutes to allow residual steam to finish cooking.
03 - Remove bay leaves. Fluff rice gently with a fork. Add fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro. Stir delicately to incorporate throughout the rice.
04 - Transfer the rice to a serving bowl and garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges if desired. Serve warm.

# Extra Cooking Tips:

01 - For a richer flavor, add 1 tablespoon unsalted butter to the pan as the rice cooks.
02 - Keep the lid on after cooking to allow steam to finish softening the grains.
03 - Check the specific rice packaging for recommended water-to-rice ratio, as some varieties may vary.