13/11/2025
Pimp my rice darling. how to make a refreshing Mexican rice :)
Ingredients
• 200g long grain jasmine rice
• 3 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 scallion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon lime zest
• Juice of half a lime
• ~20g chopped cilantro
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• Salt to taste
Start by cooking the jasmine rice until fluffy and tender. While it cooks, zest the lime and squeeze the juice from one half. Finely chop the scallion and cilantro, and mince the garlic.
Once the rice is ready, transfer it to a bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Add the lime zest and juice, then stir in the chopped scallion, cilantro, and garlic. Season with red pepper flakes and a pinch of salt, mixing everything thoroughly.
This rice is fresh, fragrant, and perfect as a side for grilled veggies, tacos, or anything that needs a citrusy lift.