Chipotle is a popular fast food restaurant so I wanted to recreate or “copy” their cilantro rice from and make it from scratch!
Cilantro nutrition and health benefits
Cilantro is rich in beta-carotene in addition to beneficial vitamins (A and C); it is also packed with minerals like potassium and calcium! Additionally, blood pressure and intestinal health both benefit from cilantro, and the potassium helps stabilize the body’s fluid levels and therefore the heart rate. Cilantro is rich in anemia-preventing iron while the leaves and tips are loaded with antioxidants that help prevent heart disease. It has also been shown beneficial for diabetics.
Ingredient Notes
For the ingredient measurements and entire recipe, be sure to scroll down to the bottom of the blog post where the recipe card is located.
Jasmine Rice: any long grain white rice will work Chicken Broth: you could use water, we just like the added flavor of using broth Shallot or white onion: I’ve tested this recipe either or, they both work. I prefer using a shallot! Cilantro: fresh is recommended!
How to make Cilantro Lime Rice
What is the best water/broth to rice ratio for Jasmine rice?
1 cup of rice: 1 1/2 cups water or broth. This will yield 3 cups of cooked rice. For drier rice, use 1/4 cup less water. For moister rice, use 1/4 cup more water.
Where is Jasmine rice from and how is it different than Basmati?
Jasmine rice is originally from Thailand. This is a long grain variety of rice that has a subtle floral aroma and a soft, sticky texture when cooked. The amylopectin in Jasmine rice gives it a clingy texture and makes it ideal for gently piling into a rice bowl!
How to store Cilantro lime rice
If all of your rice doesn’t get eaten, cool completely and store in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Photography: photos taken in this post are by Megan from The Broke Girl Table.
