Seafood Rice

Seafood Rice is a flavorful and protein-rich dish that combines tender seafood with fragrant rice and vibrant vegetables, all seasoned with traditional Chinese spices. This dish not only satisfies the palate but also provides a nutritious boost with every bite.

Seafood Rice
30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Chinese
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Jasmine rice - 150 grams
  • Shrimp, peeled and deveined - 100 grams
  • Squid, cleaned and cut into rings - 100 grams
  • Fish fillet (e.g. cod or tilapia), cut into cubes - 100 grams
  • Green peas - 50 grams
  • Carrot, diced - 50 grams
  • Spring onion, chopped - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
  • Ginger, minced - 1 teaspoon
  • Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
  • Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Water - 300 ml

Steps

  1. Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a pot, bring 300 ml of water to a boil. Add the rinsed rice, a pinch of salt, and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked and water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
  3. In a large pan or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Add the shrimp, squid, and fish fillet to the pan. Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until the seafood is cooked through and opaque.
  5. Add the diced carrot and green peas to the pan and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
  6. Stir in the cooked rice, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Mix well and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
  7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped spring onion before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 60 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 150 mg
  • Total Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
  • Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from seafood, promoting heart health.

Tags

ChineseHigh ProteinRice Dish