Yummy Cilantro Rice

Total Time: 45 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 bunch fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 1 1/2 cups long grain rice
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 3 cups chicken stock
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3/4 teaspoon salt

Recipe

• 1 combine the cilantro and stock in a blender and mix to a smooth puree. heat the oil in a large heavy saucepan. add the onion and cook voer medium heat for two minutes, stirring with a wooden spoon. add the garlic and cook until the onion is soft but not brown, stirring occasionally, 2 minutes more. add the rice and cook until the grains are shiny and aromatic. add the cilantro stock mixture and salt and bring to a boil. reduce the heat to low. cover and cook until the rice is tender, 20 minutes. remove the pan from the heat. remove the lid, drape with a dish cloth over the rice and replace the lid. let the rice stand for 5 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed. fluff the rice with a fork and serve.