Cilantro and Rice With Sweet Plantains

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Combine the cilantro sprigs, garlic, chicken broth and 1 1/4 teaspoons salt in a blender and puree.

2. 2

   Transfer to a liquid measuring cup and add enough water to make 3 3/4 cups liquid.

3. 3

   Heat the vegetable oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.

4. 4

   Add the rice and cook, stirring, 1 minute.

5. 5

   Add the cilantro puree and bring to a boil.

6. 6

   Reduce the heat to low, cover and cook until the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.

7. 7

   Remove from the heat and let stand, covered, 10 minutes.

8. 8

   Spread the plantains on a baking sheet and bake until heated through, 15 minutes.

9. 9

   Stir the chopped cilantro into the rice.

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    Top with the plantains.

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    Photograph by Con Poulos

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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