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. It is a sport changer, my mates, and there’s no higher option to attempt 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 after 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 children actually loved it, too. It turned an prompt staple over right here.

I discovered this cilantro lime rice recipe in from my good friend 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.

If you happen to’re questioning bake rice in oven, you’ll be glad you realized. It really easy! It takes simply moments to combine the elements. 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 further lime, however Sam and I squeezed further lime throughout our rice and beloved that further taste.

The cilantro lime rice saved nicely 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 another means you wish to take pleasure in your rice.

One in every of my favourite issues about oven baked rice is which you could get your rice began within the oven, then have the entire stovetop free to cook dinner the remainder of your meal. That makes this rice recipe an incredible aspect dish possibility for a fast weeknight meal or for these huge gatherings when each range burner is spoken for.

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

If you happen to’ve by no means made rice within the oven earlier than, I positively advocate giving it a attempt. Let me know which elements you add to the combination, and the way it turned out!

The way to Prepare dinner Rice within the Oven

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

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

Making this rice recipe is not any extra difficult than making rice on the range high. Begin by preheating the oven to 425°F. Whereas it heats, frivolously 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 use 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 many 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 further lime wedges, if desired.

If you happen to’re cooking for a smaller crowd, leftover rice retains nicely in an hermetic container within the fridge for 1-2 days. And, don’t neglect that leftovers are good 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 embody  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 Lady.

We additionally actually take pleasure in this range high variation on these flavors in Pineapple Rice with Cilantro and Lime. If you happen to’re searching for a rice dish with a bit of trace of warmth, make sure you give Chipotle Lime Rice a attempt as nicely.

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

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