Bhutanese Chili Chicken with Red Rice
Ingredients
Food Safety
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Steps
Cook whole-grain red rice according to package directions in unsalted water.
Cut the chicken into cubes and toss with cornstarch making sure all pieces are totally coated. If not, add a bit more cornstarch.
Heat 3 Tbsp (45 mL) sesame oil over medium heat in a non-stick wok or skillet. Cook chicken until pieces are browned on both sides and slightly crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
Add another 1 tsp (5 mL) of sesame oil, sliced onions, minced garlic and ginger and stir-fry for 2 minutes. Add chopped peppers and cook another 2 minutes. Return chicken to pan, add sliced tomato wedges, season with soy sauce and heat through.
Serve over cooked red rice on a heated serving platter.
Helpful Tip
A spicy stir-fry which is a classic dish from the Kingdom of Bhutan, in the eastern Himalayas. Buy medium-grain red rice at specialty and health food stores.
Remove the seeds from the chili peppers for a less spicy dish.
Nutrition Info
| Per 470 g serving | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 470 |
| Protein | 32 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Saturated Fat | 2 g |
| Carbohydrate | 53 g |
| Fibre | 5 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Cholesterol | 65 mg |
| Sodium | 340 mg |
| Per 470 g serving | % Daily Value |
|---|---|
| Potassium | 19 |
| Calcium | 4 |
| Iron | 15 |
| Vitamin A | 40 |
| Vitamin C | 100 |
| Vitamin B6 | 45 |
| Vitamin B12 | 22 |
| Folate | 7 |
| Zinc | 14 |
