Guangdong Eight Treasures Rice

Guangdong Eight Treasures Rice is a delightful, aromatic dish that beautifully combines a variety of nutritious ingredients, embodying the essence of traditional Chinese cuisine. Perfectly suited for a Paleo diet, this dish offers a satisfying medley of flavors and textures in every bite.

Ingredients

• Jasmine rice - 150 grams
• Dried goji berries - 30 grams
• Dried apricots - 30 grams
• Walnuts - 30 grams, chopped
• Black sesame seeds - 20 grams
• Mushrooms (shiitake or wood ear) - 30 grams, rehydrated and sliced
• Carrot - 50 grams, diced
• Chicken breast - 150 grams, diced
• Coconut aminos - 2 tablespoons
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Garlic - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Water - 300 milliliters

Steps

1. Rinse the Jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it for 30 minutes.
2. In a large pot, bring 300 milliliters of water to a boil. Add the soaked rice and reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15 minutes until the rice is tender and water is absorbed.
3. While the rice cooks, heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped walnuts and toast for 2-3 minutes until fragrant, then remove and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add a little oil, then sauté the minced ginger and garlic until aromatic, about 1 minute.
5. Add the diced chicken breast to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the diced carrot and sliced mushrooms, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes.
6. Stir in the coconut aminos, goji berries, and diced dried apricots. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes.
7. Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and gently fold in the chicken mixture and toasted walnuts.
8. Serve the Eight Treasures Rice warm, garnished with black sesame seeds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 520
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken and walnuts, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in antioxidants from goji berries and apricots, promoting overall well-being.

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