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Cilantro Rice Recipe

Submitted by jwc on 2008/06/17

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Great side dish for any mexican inspired meal. Perfect with the lime chicken and mango salsa recipe.

Directions

In a blender, puree cilantro, garlic, pepper and 1 cup broth until smooth. Set aside. In a medium sauce pan, heat oil over medium heat. Stir in rice and seasonings for 5-8 minutes, until rice is pale golden. Stir in cilantro mixture and remaining broth. Increase heat to high and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until liquid is absorbed, 18-20 minutes.

Ingredients

-		1 cup cilantro, chopped
-		1 clove garlic
-		1 jalapeño pepper, seeded, chopped
-		2 1/2 cups vegetable broth, divided
-		2 teaspoons olive oil
-		1 1/2 cups long-grain rice
-		1 teaspoon garlic powder
-		1/2 teaspoon cumin

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