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- For the Dressing:
- 1 1/4 cups (packed) coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
- 2/3 cup olive oil
- 5 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves, peeled
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon minced seeded Serrano chile
- For the Rice:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large white onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon minced seeded Serrano chile
- 2 cups long-grain white rice
- 3 1/4 cups chicken broth
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- Preparation
- To Make the Dressing:
- Add Cilantro Dressing to rice and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 2 hours ahead; let stand at room temperature.)
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