How can I make a bigger batch of cilantro lime rice?

Simple – just double (or triple) the ingredients, making sure not to pass the max fill line in your Instant Pot. The cooking time stays the same!

Can I substitute for fresh cilantro?

The flavor of fresh cilantro cannot be beat, but if you’re in a pinch, dried cilantro should work. You can also use ground coriander (which is ground-up cilantro seeds) and make coriander lime rice instead. Both substitution options will change the flavor of the rice slightly, but it’s still very tasty!

Can I make cilantro lime brown rice in my Instant Pot or pressure cooker instead?

Yes! Substitute brown rice for white rice and adjust the cooking time to 22 minutes on high pressure.

What kind of Instant Pot do I need?

I wrote an article on 20+ things to consider before buying an Instant Pot that I highly recommend reading if you haven’t purchased an Instant Pot yet and are still on the fence (including being unsure of what size to get). I use this 8-quart Instant Pot .

Instant Pot Cilantro and Lime Rice | Easy Side in 4 Minutes!

Cilantro Lime Rice

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This bright and zesty Instant Pot cilantro and lime rice makes the perfect base for a burrito bowl. With plenty of fresh flavor, this easy side is ready in just 4 minutes!

Author: Tiffany
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 4 minutes
Total Time: 9 minutes
Yield: 2 cups 1x
Category: American
Method: Instant Pot
Cuisine: Sides

Ingredients

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2 cups white rice (I use Jasmine)
2 cups water
1 bay leaf
1 tsp salt
2 Tbsp lime juice
2 Tbsp lemon juice
4 Tbsp cilantro, chopped finely

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Instructions

In an Instant Pot, combine the rice, water, bay leaf, and salt. Cook on high pressure for 4 minutes. Release the pressure using Quick Pressure Release.
Fluff the rice with a large fork. Stir in the lemon juice and lime juice and cilantro. Serve hot or warm. Freeze leftovers in 2 cup portions for a fast meal in the future!

Notes

Substitution – Instant Pot Brown Rice cooking time: 22 minutes
You can prep the fresh ingredients ahead of time and freeze them for future batches of cilantro lime rice!
- Using a muffin tin, you can freeze chopped cilantro and freshly squeezed lime and lemon juice. You may need to add a bit of water to fully cover the chopped herbs.
- If you use lime juice, lemon juice, or cilantro often in other recipes as well, you may want to freeze each item individually in ice cube trays instead.
- Here’s how to freeze fresh herbs if you want to freeze your cilantro separately.
- Store the frozen cubes in a resealable bag in the freezer and don’t forget the label!

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1
Calories: 205

Find it online: https://dontwastethecrumbs.com/instant-pot-cilantro-lime-rice/