Red and white rice, also known as "Hong Dou Fan", is a classic Chinese dish that combines the nutty flavor of red rice with the fluffy texture of white rice. It is a symbol of good luck and prosperity in many Asian cultures and is often served during special occasions and festivals. The dish is easy to make and can be tailored to suit individual tastes, making it a versatile addition to any meal.
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RED AND WHITE RICE
Simple rice with onion and red peppers. Allows you to leave it be while you take care of other dishes. Doubles nicely.
Provided by IHeartDogs
Categories White Rice
Time 30m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in 8" skillet over medium high heat.
- Add onion and red pepper, saute until softened, about 4 minutes.
- Add salt, pepper and rice, stirring to coat rice.
- Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add wine, bring to boil, and cook until wine is just about gone.
- Add chicken broth, stir well.
- Bring to boil, cover and reduce heat to simmer.
- Keep covered for 20 minutes, without lifing lid.
- Remove from heat and fluff with fork.
- Add more salt or pepper to taste, if needed, and serve.
RED, WHITE AND BLUE RICE KRISPIES TREATS
Instead of the typical melted marshmallows, this clever recipe calls for melted vanilla chips. With crisp rice cereal, peanut butter and nuts, these bars taste almost like candy.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 10m
Yield 1-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the vanilla chips and peanut butter. Microwave, uncovered, at 50% power for 1-1/2 to 3-1/2 minutes or until melted; stir until smooth. Stir in cereal and peanuts. Press into a greased 13x9-in. pan. Let stand at room temperature until firm, about 30 minutes. , Divide the pan of bars in half. On one half, cut out stars using a greased 2-1/2-in. star-shaped cookie cutter. Cut remaining half into 3-1/4x1-1/4-in. bars for stripes., In a small bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, water, meringue powder and cream of tartar; beat on low speed just until combined. Beat on high for 4-5 minutes or until stiff peaks form. Divide frosting among three bowls. Tint one red and one blue and leave remaining frosting white. Decorate cutouts with frosting and sprinkles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 111mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
SAUTEED RED SNAPPER W/WHITE WINE SAUCE, RICE AND ASPARAGUS RECIPE - (3.8/5)
Provided by aaformby
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Procedures for Rice 1.Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in medium size sauce pan over medium high heat. 2.Add shallots, garlic and stir for 1 - 2 minutes 3.Add basmati rice, 2 pinches of salt and a pinch of pepper and stir vigorously 4.Add water, chicken stock and mix well bring to a rapid boil. 5.cover with a lid, turn heat down to low and let rice simmer for 15 - 20 minutes Procedures for Asparagus 1.Bring a 3 quart pot of water to boil over medium heat, and add a pinch of salt 2.Place asparagus into boiling water for 3 - 5 minutes, take out in place in an ice bath for 30 seconds . (an ice bath is ice and water in a bowl) 3.Next place asparagus and mixing bowl and coat with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and season with salt and pepper 4.Lightly coat a grill pan with olive olive oil over medium high heat Procedures for Fish 1.Season red snapper with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of pepper. 2.Add olive oil to a frying pan and place over medium high heat, place fish into the pan and cook until golden brown. ( approx 3 - 4 minutes on each side) Procedures for White Wine Sauce 1.Lightly coat a sauce pan with olive oil over medium heat. Add 2 table spoons of shallots, 2 tablespoons of garlic, capers and stir. 2.Next add a 1/ 2 cup of white wine, the juice of 1 whole lemon, and butter. 3.Turn heat down to low and let simmer for 1 - 2 minutes add parsley, then salt and pepper to taste, and continue to simmer until sauce thickens.
Tips:
- Choose the right type of red rice: There are different varieties of red rice available, such as Himalayan red rice, Thai red rice, and Bhutanese red rice. Each variety has a slightly different flavor and texture, so choose one that you like.
- Soak the red rice before cooking: Soaking the red rice for at least 30 minutes (up to overnight) will help to reduce the cooking time and make the rice more tender.
- Use a heavy-bottomed pot: A heavy-bottomed pot will help to evenly distribute the heat and prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- Add aromatics and spices: Adding aromatics like garlic, onion, and ginger, and spices like cumin, coriander, and turmeric will enhance the flavor of the rice.
- Cook the rice until it is tender: The cooking time will vary depending on the type of red rice you are using, but it will typically take around 30-40 minutes.
- Let the rice rest before serving: Once the rice is cooked, let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. This will allow the rice to absorb any remaining liquid and become more fluffy.
Conclusion:
Red and white rice is a delicious and nutritious dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. It is a great way to add variety to your meals and is a good source of fiber, protein, and vitamins. With a little bit of planning and preparation, you can easily make a delicious and satisfying red and white rice dish at home.
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