Lime Jasmine Rice
White rices gets a lift from a hint of lime and ginger.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 261kcal
Ingredients
- 1 1 /2 cups jasmine rice can substitute basmati
- 2 ⅔ cups water
- 4 ¼" slices fresh lime + wedges to serve on the side.
- 4 ¼" slices of fresh ginger peeled
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoon butter melted
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime peel finely grated
- 3 green onions trimmed and chopped
Instructions
- Rinse and drain the rice under cold water a couple of times until the water runs clear.
- Bring the water and salt, lime and ginger slices and salt to a boil.
- Add the rice and stir. Cook covered over medium low until rice is tender and water is absorbed (about 18 minutes).
- Remove from heat stir in butter lime peel and green onions.
- Serve with additional lime wedge on the side.
Nutrition
Calories: 261kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 441mg | Potassium: 87mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 227IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg