Step 1

Add the chopped onion, cilantro, spinach, garlic, salt, lime juice, diced serrano peppers* and 1/2 cup worth of broth to a blender or food processor.

Step 2

Process until smooth.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or dutch oven. Add in the rice and toast for 2-3 minutes. This helps bring out lots of flavor.

Step 4

Add the cilantro mixture and the rest of the broth to the rice. Stir well, then bring to a boil and reduce heat to low. Cover and let simmer on low heat for 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked.

Step 5

Remove from the heat and let sit, covered, to finish cooking for about 10-15 minutes. Fluff with a fork and sprinkle on top extra chopped cilantro and red pepper flakes.