Learn how to make cilantro rice.

This dish is proof all rice isn’t made the same.

Rinse under cold running water until water runs completely clear.

Southern Living Cilantro Rice in a bowl ready to serve

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Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high.

Add garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Stir in water and salt.

Bring to a boil over high.

Stir and cover with a tight-fitting lid.

Reduce heat to medium-low.

Simmer, undisturbed, until rice is cooked through, 15 minutes.

Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.

Uncover rice and fluff with a fork; stir in cilantro, lime zest, and scallions.

Garnish with cilantro and jalapeno chiles.