Name: Mexican Green Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 cups long-grain white rice; 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth; 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves; 1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves; 1/2 cup fresh spinach leaves; 1 small onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic; 1 jalapeño, seeds removed; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; Juice of 1 lime

Instructions

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
In a blender, combine the cilantro, parsley, spinach, onion, garlic, jalapeño, cumin, salt, and 1 cup of chicken or vegetable broth. Blend until smooth and set aside.
In a large saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the rice and sauté for 2-3 minutes or until the rice begins to turn golden brown.
Carefully pour the green herb mixture into the saucepan with the rice. Stir well to combine.
Add the remaining 2 cups of chicken or vegetable broth and the lime juice to the saucepan. Bring to a simmer.
Once simmering, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and has absorbed all the liquid.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes to allow the rice to steam.
Fluff the rice with a fork before serving. Garnish with additional fresh herbs, if desired.

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