COMBINE: Combine "add first" ingredients to a medium-sized nonstick pot over medium-high heat.
BRING TO A BOIL: Wait until the water starts bubbling gently across the entire surface, and you notice a slight foam forming on top. Once this happens, cover the pot with a lid and reduce the heat to low.
SIMMER: Simmer for 13-15 minutes without taking off the lid, touching, or stirring. Check to make sure that water should be fully absorbed into rice.
REST: After checking, quickly place the lid back on and remove pot from the stove. Let it stand, covered, for 10-15 minutes. It's important not to rush this step as the rice continues to cook in its own steam.
FINISH: Remove lid, gently fluff rice with fork. Stir in "add later" ingredients. Taste and adjust salt if needed. Enjoy!
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Notes
Note 1: Limes: This will require 1 very large juicy lime or 2 smaller ones. Zest the lime(s) with a microplane; juice with a citrus juicer.Tips: Rice: Avoid boiling rice on high heat; it traps excess steam, affecting texture during simmering. Keep heat at medium-high! Use a tight-fitting lid to ensure proper steam retention.