Java Rice
The perfect side dish for any occasion, Java Rice is full of nutritious ingredients that are packed with flavor.
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 240kcal
Ingredients
Rice
- 4 tablespoons annatto oil for recipe, scroll down
- 1 garlic clove finely chopped
- 1/2 onion medium, finely chopped
- 1 1/2 cups green peas frozen or fresh
- 1 cup roasted peppers from a jar or homemade, diced
- 4 cups jasmine rice cooked or any similar rice
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 lime zested and juiced (use one tablespoon lime juice, but zest of entire lime)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Annatto Oil
- 1 1/2 tablespoons annatto seeds can be bought in any Asian store
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or coconut oil
Instructions
To Make the Rice
- Over medium heat, warm up the annatto oil in a large saucepan.
- Add the garlic, and onions for about 3 minutes or until they are almost toasted.
- Add the green peas and the roasted peppers then cook for 5 minutes.
- Add the rice and mix well. The rice should be coated well with the annatto oil. If it looks pale, add more annatto oil.
- Season with the paprika, salt, pepper, lime zest and juice. Cook for another 2 minutes.
- Serve warm.
To Make the Annatto Oil
- Over low - medium heat, in a small saucepan, combine the annatto seeds and extra virgin olive oil.
- When tiny bubbles start to form around the annatto seeds, turn off the heat and leave the seeds in the oil for another 2 minutes. Do not overcook the seeds because it can produce a bitter taste.
- Strain the seeds and transfer the annatto oil to a container. Discard the seeds.
Nutrition
Serving: 1.25cups | Calories: 240kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 175mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g |
| SmartPoints (Freestyle): 7
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 7
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 7