Arroz Verde (Mexican Green Rice)

Name: Arroz Verde (Mexican Green Rice)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 serving
Ingredients: 1/4 cup (60 ml) neutra oil such as canola oil; 1/2 medium white onion (4 ounces; 113 g), chopped; 2 to 3 serrano peppers (30 g), stemmed and cut into 1-inch segments; 3 medium cloves garlic, crushed; 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) homemade chicken stock or vegetable stock or store-bought low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth, divided; 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves; 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh parsley leaves; 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh epazote leaves (optional, see note); 1 cup (200 g) long-grain white rice, rinsed and dried; Kosher salt; Lime wedges, for serving

Arroz verde, or Mexican green rice, is a flavorful side that's seasoned with a bright combination of cilantro, parsley, and chiles. It complements seafood, braised vegetables, grilled meats, and more.

1/4 cup (60 ml) neutra oil such as canola oil
1/2 medium white onion (4 ounces; 113 g), chopped
2 to 3 serrano peppers (30 g), stemmed and cut into 1-inch segments
3 medium cloves garlic, crushed
1 1/2 cups (360 ml) homemade chicken stock or vegetable stock or store-bought low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth, divided
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh parsley leaves
1/2 cup loosely packed fresh epazote leaves (optional, see note)
1 cup (200 g) long-grain white rice, rinsed and dried
Kosher salt
Lime wedges, for serving