Chinese Recipe Flavorful Fried Rice 12 Tomatoes from 12tomatoes.com
Introduction
If you are a fan of Chinese cuisine, you must have tried their rice. Chinese rice is a staple dish in Chinese cuisine and a must-have dish in any Chinese meal. It is a simple yet tasty dish that can be paired with any Chinese dish. In this blog post, we will share with you the recipe to make delicious Chinese rice at home.
Ingredients
To make Chinese rice, you will need the following ingredients:
2 cups of long-grain rice
3 cups of water
1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
1 teaspoon of salt
Optional ingredients
1 tablespoon of chopped garlic
1 tablespoon of chopped ginger
1 tablespoon of diced onions
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to make delicious Chinese rice:
Wash the rice in cold water until the water becomes clear. This will remove excess starch from the rice and prevent the rice from sticking together.
Drain the rice and set it aside.
Heat a medium-sized saucepan over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil.
If you are using garlic, ginger, or onion, add them to the saucepan and cook for 1 minute or until fragrant.
Add the rice to the saucepan and stir until the rice is coated with oil.
Add the water and salt to the saucepan and stir.
Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid.
Cook the rice for 18-20 minutes or until the water has been absorbed and the rice is tender.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes.
Fluff the rice with a fork and serve.
Nutrition
Chinese rice is a healthy and nutritious dish. Here is the nutrition information for one serving of Chinese rice (1 cup):
Calories: 205
Protein: 4 g
Carbohydrates: 45 g
Fat: 1 g
Sodium: 405 mg
Fiber: 1 g
Tips and Variations
You can add chopped vegetables like carrots, peas or corn to the rice for added nutrition and flavor.
You can also add soy sauce or oyster sauce to the rice for a different flavor.
If you want to add more protein to the dish, you can add shrimp, chicken or beef to the rice.
Always use long-grain rice for Chinese rice as it is less sticky and has a better texture.
You can also use a rice cooker to make Chinese rice.
Conclusion
Chinese rice is a simple yet delicious dish that can be made at home with just a few ingredients. With this recipe, you can make Chinese rice that is just as good as the one you get in a Chinese restaurant. So, the next time you are craving Chinese food, make this delicious Chinese rice at home and enjoy it with your favorite Chinese dish.