Chestnut Rice
Chestnuts are a popular ingredient in Asian cuisine and are often used in both sweet and savory dishes.
This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.
Chestnut Rice
Ingredients
Instructions
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Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
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In a pot, combine the rice, vegetable broth, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
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Meanwhile, bring a separate pot of water to a boil. Add the chestnuts and boil for 10 minutes. Drain and let cool.
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Peel the chestnuts and roughly chop them.
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In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce and sesame oil.
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Once the rice is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
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Fluff the rice with a fork, then stir in the chopped chestnuts, green onions, and the soy sauce mixture.
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Serve hot as a main dish or as a side dish with your favorite Asian-inspired meal.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8g13%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 5g
- Protein 5g10%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
