Chili Garlic Rice

Chili Garlic Rice is a spicy and savory dish that combines fluffy rice with bold flavors of garlic and chili, making it a delightful meal for spice lovers. It's packed with protein-rich ingredients, making it both satisfying and nutritious.

Chili Garlic Rice
30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Chinese
520 kcal

Ingredients

  • Jasmine rice - 150 grams
  • Chicken breast - 200 grams, diced
  • Eggs - 2 large
  • Garlic - 6 cloves, minced
  • Red chili - 2, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
  • Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
  • Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Green onions - 3, sliced
  • Salt - to taste
  • Pepper - to taste
  • Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons

Steps

  1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook the rice according to package instructions and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped red chili, sautéing until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add the diced chicken breast to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Push the chicken to one side of the skillet and crack the eggs into the other side. Scramble the eggs until fully cooked, then mix with the chicken.
  5. Add the cooked rice to the skillet, followed by soy sauce and sesame oil. Stir well to combine all ingredients and heat through, about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Stir in the sliced green onions, adjust seasoning if necessary, and serve hot.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 520
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 60 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 186 mg
  • Total Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein from chicken and eggs, supporting muscle repair and growth.
  • Garlic contains compounds that may boost the immune system and reduce inflammation.

Tags

ChineseHigh ProteinRice Dish