Heat 2 Tbsp coconut oil (or extra virgin olive oil) in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat until melted.

Add 1 cup long grain rice ( jasmine or basmati, rinsed and well drained) and stir to coat the rice in the oil. Continue stirring until the rice starts to turn golden.

Add 1 garlic clove, minced, and stir about 1 minute until fragrant.

Pour in 1 ½ cups filtered water and add ½ tsp fine sea salt. Bring to a gentle simmer.

Reduce heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer until all the water is absorbed, about 18 minutes (or follow your rice package instructions).

Remove the pan from the heat and keep it covered; let the rice rest for 10 minutes.

Transfer the rice to a serving bowl and fluff with a fork. Add the zest of 1 lime, 1 Tbsp lime juice, and ½ bunch cilantro (finely chopped, about ½ cup loosely packed). Toss gently to combine.

Taste and adjust seasoning by adding more lime juice and/or salt if desired.