Ingredients

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 teaspoons butter
  • 1 cup uncooked long grain rice
  • 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
  • 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro

Method

  • In a saucepan, saute onion and garlic in butter until tender. Add the rice and jalapenos; toss to coat. Stir in the broth, cumin and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Add cilantro. Fluff with a fork; serve immediately.