Embark on a culinary journey to create a vibrant and flavorful dish with our Butter Lime Cilantro Rice! This tantalizing recipe combines the zesty brightness of lime, the aromatic freshness of cilantro, and the nutty richness of butter to create a unique and unforgettable side dish. With step-by-step instructions and a detailed ingredient list, this recipe ensures a perfect outcome every time. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary adventures, this dish is sure to impress your taste buds and leave you craving more.
In addition to the main Butter Lime Cilantro Rice recipe, this article also includes variations to cater to different dietary preferences and flavor profiles. For a vegan alternative, we offer a dairy-free version that uses coconut milk instead of butter. Craving a bit of heat? Try our spicy variation, which incorporates chili peppers for an extra kick. And for those with a sweet tooth, the sweet and sour variation adds a delightful balance of tangy and sugary flavors. With so many options to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect recipe to complement your meal.
CILANTRO LIME RICE
Cilantro lime rice is a bright and flavorful side dish. Super easy to through together and pairs well with Mexican and Asian foods.
Provided by Wendie
Categories Sides
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large saute pan or pot with a lid add butter and rice and garlic. Cook over medium heat until garlic is fragrant about 2 minutes.
- Add chicken stock or water, cover pot, and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and cook until the rice has absorbed all of the water about 20-25 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and fluff with a fork, stir in lime juice and salt add more of each if desired. Add cilantro toss and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Carbohydrate 28 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 19 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 7 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 785 milligrams sodium, Sugar 10 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams unsaturated fat
LIME CILANTRO RICE
Easy and delicious! Great with salmon, chicken, or turkey tacos.
Provided by Chris Beth S
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring the water to a boil; stir the butter and rice into the water. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until the rice is tender, about 20 minutes.
- Stir the lime zest, lime juice, and cilantro into the cooked rice just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 84.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.7 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 28.5 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
CILANTRO AND LIME BUTTER
Use this slightly spicy, flavored butter for grilled meats with a Latin flavor. Top meat right off the grill with a tablespoon or so. Make for day of use.
Provided by Nina
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Compound Butter Recipes
Time 1h5m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a mixing bowl, cream butter. Mix in cilantro, lime juice, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt to taste. Cover, and chill for at least 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.4 calories, Carbohydrate 0.2 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 1.9 mg
BUTTER LIME CILANTRO RICE
This is an oriental style cilantro rice. Perfect to accompany meats or fish that are cooked with any soy sauce base.
Provided by sebastian antonio
Categories Rice
Time 5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Chopped the cilantro. Mix the melted butter, rice vinegar, lime juice and cilantro to warm, cooked rice, and stir until evenly distributed.
- Serve immediately.
CILANTRO LIME RICE
This cilantro lime rice tastes just like what you get at Chipotle, and it's a snap to make.
Provided by Jennifer Segal
Categories Vegetables & Sides
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, heat the oil over medium-low heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring frequently, until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Do not brown; lower the heat if necessary.
- Add the garlic and rice and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes, until toasty and fragrant.
- Add 2½ cups water, along with the salt and pepper and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Taste the rice; if it is still a bit firm, add a few more tablespoons of water and cook a few minutes more.
- Off the heat, add the lime juice, butter, and cilantro; then mix and fluff the rice with a fork. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 349, Fat 10 g, Carbohydrate 57 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sugar 1 g, Fiber 1 g, Sodium 230 mg, Cholesterol 8 mg
CILANTRO RICE
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
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.
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients. Fresh lime juice and cilantro add a bright, vibrant flavor to this dish. If you can, use them fresh for the best results.
- Don't overcook the rice. Rice should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked rice will be mushy and bland.
- Add the butter and lime juice at the end. This will help to preserve the flavor of the butter and lime.
- Serve immediately. This dish is best served warm, so it's a good idea to make it just before you're ready to eat.
Conclusion:
This butter lime cilantro rice is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's also a great way to use up leftover rice. With its bright, vibrant flavor and fluffy texture, this rice is sure to be a hit at your next meal.
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