Mintt Special Paneer Fried Rice Recipe
Traditional fried noodles (hakka style) cooked with chicken and soya sauce.
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Ingredients
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Fried Rice Ingredients
Method
Fried Rice Preparation
- 1
Cooking the Rice
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak in water for 30 minutes, then drain. In a pot, add 3 cups of water, bring to a boil, add the rice and a pinch of salt. Cook on low heat until all water is absorbed and rice is fluffy (approximately 15 minutes). Fluff with a fork and set aside.
- 2
Preparing Paneer
Cut the paneer into small cubes. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the paneer cubes until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- 3
Sautéing Vegetables
In the same pan, add another tablespoon of vegetable oil. Sauté the chopped onions until they are translucent. Add minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4
Adding More Ingredients
Stir in the chopped bell peppers and green peas. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- 5
Combining Rice and Paneer
Add the cooked rice to the pan, along with the fried paneer. Pour in the soya sauce, sesame oil, and mix gently till well combined. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 6
Finishing Touches
Stir in the chopped mint leaves just before serving for a fresh flavor. Mix thoroughly and cook for another minute.
- 7
Serving
Serve the Mintt Special Paneer Fried Rice hot, garnished with additional mint leaves if desired.
