Oven Baked Rice – Barefeet within the Kitchen

Tart lime juice and peppery cilantro infuse the lengthy, fluffy grains of rice with fabulous taste on this easy Oven Baked Rice.

Oven Baked Rice

Oven. Baked. Rice. This can be a sport changer, my buddies, and there’s no higher technique to strive it for the primary time than on this cilantro lime rice. I attempted baking rice within the oven as soon as years in the past once I first heard about it. However, I used to be unimpressed.

However, THIS rice? Spectacular. I might have eaten an entire pan full on my own, and my youngsters actually loved it, too. It turned an on the spot staple over right here.

I discovered this cilantro lime rice recipe in from my buddy Jessica‘s cookbook, Good Cheap Eats, Dinner in 30 Minutes (or less!). It’s stuffed with 300 simple recipes to assist simplify dinner prep for wholesome, unprocessed meals.

Should you’re questioning the right way to bake rice in oven, you’ll be glad you discovered. It really easy! It takes simply moments to combine the substances. Pop it into the oven, and fewer than half-hour later, the rice is completely cooked.

Cilantro Lime Rice

I served every bowl with a lime wedge to squeeze excessive for much more tang. My youngest two boys most popular to eat their rice with out additional lime, however Sam and I squeezed additional lime throughout our rice and liked that additional taste.

The cilantro lime rice stored effectively within the fridge for a few days and we loved it with Southwest Chicken Bits for dinner and with tacos later that week for lunch. This rice can be wonderful tucked into burritos, on salads, and every other means you wish to take pleasure in your rice.

Certainly one of my favourite issues about oven baked rice is you can get your rice began within the oven, then have the entire stovetop free to prepare dinner the remainder of your meal. That makes this rice recipe an important facet dish possibility for a fast weeknight meal or for these massive gatherings when each range burner is spoken for.

Baked rice can function a facet dish or you’ll be able to gussy it up together with your favourite meats (I can’t wait to strive hen and bacon) and veggies (broccoli, peas, carrots, celery… the listing goes on!). And, don’t overlook the cheese!

Should you’ve by no means made rice within the oven earlier than, I undoubtedly advocate giving it a strive. Let me know which substances you add to the combination, and the way it turned out!

The way to Cook dinner Rice within the Oven

You’ll want the next substances to make this recipe:

• basmati rice, jasmine rice, or different long-grain rice
• floor cumin
• salt
• boiling water
• lime juice
• cilantro
• lime wedges (optionally available)

Making this rice recipe isn’t any extra difficult than making rice on the range high. Begin by preheating the oven to 425°F. Whereas it heats, flippantly grease a 9×13 inch baking or casserole dish with butter or oil.

Add the two cup of rice, cumin, and salt to the baking dish and stir to distribute the spices. Then, unfold the rice combination out in an excellent layer earlier than pouring within the cups of water.

Cowl the pan tightly with its lid, or you should utilize heavy responsibility aluminum foil, sealing all the sides. Place within the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes. Then, take away from the oven and stir.

If a lot of the liquid has not been absorbed, then bake rice in oven uncovered for an extra 3-5 minutes. Afterward, take away from the oven and let it relaxation for 3-5 minutes.

Earlier than serving, fluff the white rice with a fork, drizzle with lime juice, and sprinkle with the cilantro. Then, stir to mix. Serve with extra lime wedges, if desired.

Should you’re cooking for a smaller crowd, leftover rice retains effectively in an hermetic container within the fridge for 1-2 days. And, don’t overlook that leftovers are excellent for making meat lover’s fried rice!

This baked rice with cilantro and lime is in our common rotation of rice dishes, alongside tried and true favorites like Mushroom and Pepper Rice Pilaf and this Fried Rice with Ham and Vegetables (it’s higher than takeout!).

Extra baked rice recipes you would possibly take pleasure in embrace  hearty Baked Rice with Sausage and Peppers by Stomach Full, Baked Mushroom Risotto with Caramelized Onions by 365 Days of Baking and Baked Mushroom Rice by Recipe Woman.

We additionally actually take pleasure in this range high variation on these flavors in Pineapple Rice with Cilantro and Lime. Should you’re on the lookout for a rice dish with a bit trace of warmth, be sure you give Chipotle Lime Rice a strive as effectively.

Shrimp and Sausage Fried Rice is one other on the listing of our favourite dinners. This simple recipe is a “two thumbs up,” kid-approved, hearty-as-can-be skillet meal; excellent for a fast and straightforward weeknight dinner.

initially revealed 1/18/16 – recipe notes up to date 2/19/24