Description
This Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Rice is a quick, easy, and flavorful side dish made with simple ingredients. It’s perfect for serving with your favorite Mexican meals like tacos, burritos, or enchiladas.
Ingredients
- 2 cups long-grain white rice
- 2 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil
- 2½ cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- Zest of 1 to 2 limes (about 2 teaspoons)
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro (loosely packed)
Instructions
- Rinse the rice in a fine mesh strainer under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
- Press the ‘Sauté’ button on the Instant Pot. When hot, add the oil and rice. Sauté, stirring frequently, for 2 to 3 minutes until some rice grains start to turn golden.
- Add the water, salt, and bay leaf. Stir to combine and scrape the bottom of the pot to prevent sticking.
- Secure the lid, set the valve to ‘Sealing’, and cook on high pressure for 4 minutes.
- Allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
- Remove the bay leaf. Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in lime juice, lime zest, and chopped cilantro.
- Serve warm as a side dish or in burrito bowls, tacos, or salads.
Notes
- Be sure to rinse the rice thoroughly to remove excess starch and avoid sticking.
- For extra flavor, substitute part or all of the water with chicken broth if not vegetarian.
- This rice reheats well and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Can be doubled in a 6-quart or 8-quart Instant Pot—no change to cook time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
