LIME SAFFRON RICE
IACP Take 5! Recipe Contest Winner - Bibby Gignilliat
Yield: Makes 6 servings.
Ingredients
• 1 cup uncooked long grain rice
• 1 3/4 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon ground saffron
• 1 tablespoon butter, melted
• 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
• salt and pepper to taste
Directions
Combine rice, broth, salt and saffron in 2-quart saucepan.
Heat to boiling; stir once or twice.
Reduce heat; cover and simmer 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
Stir in butter, lime juice and cilantro.
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts
Calories 143
Total Fat 3g
Cholesterol 5mg
Sodium 508mg
Total Carbohydrate 26g
Dietary Fiber 1g
Protein 3g
USA Rice Federation (www.usarice.com)
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