Green Rice III
Description
Rice is simmered in chicken broth with jalapenos, green onions, and sherry, then tossed with cilantro and parsley for a spicy and unique side dish.
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 bunches green onions, sliced, white parts and tops separated
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2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced
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2 tablespoons sherry
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2 cups uncooked long-grain rice
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salt to taste
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1 teaspoon black pepper
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2 cups chicken broth
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1 1/2 cups water
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1/2 cup minced cilantro
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1/2 cup minced parsley
Directions
1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute the white parts of the green onions with the jalapenos for 5 minutes; do not brown.
2
Stir in the sherry, rice, salt and pepper. Pour in the broth and water; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
3
Fluff with a fork and stir in cilantro, parsley and tops of green onions. Transfer to a warm serving dish and serve immediately.