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Scorched Rice Delight

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In this recipe, we'll explore the delicious world of rice, with a twist of texture and flavor. We'll prepare perfectly cooked rice, along with crispy and fragrant scorched rice. To complement this delightful dish, we'll also create a soothing and aromatic scorched rice tea. Get ready for a delightful culinary experience!

Ingredients

  • For Rice:
  • 1 cup of long-grain rice
  • 2 cups of water
  • Pinch of salt
  • For Scorched Rice:
  • 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
  • Cooked rice (from the above recipe)
  • For Scorched Rice Tea:
  • 1 cup of scorched rice
  • 4 cups of water
  • 1 teaspoon of honey (optional)

Directions

  1. Rice:
    1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
    2. In a medium saucepan, add the rinsed rice, water, and a pinch of salt.
    3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
    4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
    5. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes, then fluff the rice with a fork.
  2. Scorched Rice:
    1. Heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
    2. Add the cooked rice to the skillet, spreading it out evenly.
    3. Cook undisturbed for 5-7 minutes, allowing the bottom layer to crisp up and turn golden brown.
    4. Using a spatula, flip the rice over and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the other side is crispy as well.
    5. Remove from heat and transfer the scorched rice to a plate.
  3. Scorched Rice Tea:
    1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
    2. Spread the scorched rice on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes until it becomes dark brown and aromatic.
    3. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
    4. In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
    5. Add the cooled scorched rice to the boiling water and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes.
    6. Remove from heat and strain the tea to remove the rice particles.
    7. Add honey if desired and stir until dissolved.

Serve the rice with the crispy scorched rice on top for added texture. Pair it with a cup of fragrant scorched rice tea to complete this unique culinary experience. Enjoy!