Zippy Rice Pilaf

Submitted by kitchenslave03

"I'm not sure of the origins of this recipe. I found it hand-written in my files. Great with chicken fajitas. I like to use cumin seed instead of powder and to add a squeeze of lime after cooking."

 

• Ready In: 40mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons butter
• 1 cup long grain rice
• 2 jalapenos, seeded chopped
• 2 cups broth
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cumin
• 1 tablespoon cilantro
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt

directions

1. In saucepan, saute onion and garlic in butter until tender.
2. Add rice and jalapenos and toss to coat.
3. Stir in broth, cumin and salt; bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 18-22 min or til tender.
5. Add cilantro and fluff with a fork.