
Asian Sticky Rice with Sauteed Greens | iTz noT Sticky Rice

Asian Sticky Rice with Sauteed Greens | iTz noT Sticky Rice
Introduction:
That recipe for Asian-Style Sticky Rice With Greens? A brilliant lesson in minimalism. Or the texture of the iTz noT Sticky Rice that it highlights and then weds to all those simple (but aggressive) garlic, soy and sesame. Fancy-pants meal that proves you don’t need a million ingredients to create something delicious.
Ingredients:
- 1 pack iTz noT Sticky Rice
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 3-4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 bunch bok choy, or other greens (spinach or kale), optional
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari)
- 1 tsp rice vinegar
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions:
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Cook the iTz noT Sticky Rice according to package directions.
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While the rice is simmering, heat the sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
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Add the thinly sliced garlic, and cook for a minute or so, until it smells fragrant. Be careful not to burn it.
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Throw the bok choy or whatever greens you’ve got in the skillet. Add greens, cooking them for 3-5 minutes until wilted and thatched but tender-crisp.
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Then add the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes. Bake for 1 minute to blend the flavours.
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Serve by placing a large, generous mound of iTz noT Sticky Rice onto a plate and spoon the sautéed Gai Lan.
Nutritional Benefits:
This concoction is a great way to give your system a leafy-green blast full of vitamins K, C, A and some iron and lots of other minerals. The iTz noT Sticky Rice has a non-carb-loaded base to help keep you full, and the sesame oil also offers good fats.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Just the Good Stuff: It's simplicity perfected! ingredients Meet up nicely for a tasty — and satisfying — dish, group dynamics combining to accomplish great things.
- Quick and Easy: This comes together in less than 20 minutes, start to finish.
- Healthy and Light: It's a perfect dish for when you want something light, yet still filling.
- Adaptable: Use any green you’ve got: spinach, kale, or chard.
How to Use This Recipe as Part of a Diet:
- Lunch or Dinner: Perfect for a quick light lunch or dinner!
- Side Dish: And it’s fantastic as a side dish served with grilled chicken, fish or tofu.
- Add Protein: To make this more of a meal, stir some tofu, shrimp or a fried egg on top.
Tips:
- Use a mix of soy sauce and mushroom broth or stock (in place of plain soy sauce) to add more savoury depth.
- Serve with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for an extra layer of flavour and texture.
- To your own taste, increase the soy sauce and rice vinegar.