Jasmine Tea Rice

Name: Jasmine Tea Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 cup jasmine rice; 1 tablespoon green tea leaves; 2 cups boiling water, allowed to cool for 2 minutes; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup sliced green onion; 1/4 cup toasted slivered almonds

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Recipe by BecR2400

This rice is made with green tea in place of plain water, which gives it a delicate floral note. A delicious accompaniment to any stir-fry. You can add a couple dashes of ginger, for extra zing. Recipe is from Whole Foods Market.

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READY IN: 30mins

SERVES: 4

UNITS: US

INGREDIENTS

Nutrition

1

cup jasmine rice
1

tablespoon green tea leaves
2

cups boiling water, allowed to cool for 2 minutes
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teaspoon salt
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cup sliced green onion
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cup toasted slivered almonds

DIRECTIONS

Place rice in a dry saucepan over medium heat.
Toast the rice until fragrant and lightly golden in color, stirring often, 3 to 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, brew the tea in the water for 1 minute. Strain the tea.
Add hot tea to rice in the saucepan.
Add salt, bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer and cover. Cook for 20 minutes or until all liquid is absorbed.
Allow the rice to rest for a few minutes.
Fluff with a fork and garnish with green onions and almonds.

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