Black Pine Recipe
Make Black Pine Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Vegetable Mixture
Flavorings
Method
Cooking the Rice
- 1
Rinse the Black Rice
Rinse 1 cup of black rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- 2
Cook the Rice
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed black rice, 2 cups of water, and 1 tsp of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat.
- 3
Simmer
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 30-35 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
- 4
Fluff the Rice
Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 10 minutes. Then fluff the rice with a fork.
Preparing the Vegetable Mixture
- 5
Heat the Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
- 6
Sauté Garlic
Add 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 7
Add Vegetables
Add 1 diced red bell pepper and 1 diced zucchini to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
- 8
Add Spinach
Stir in 2 cups of chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
Finishing Touches
- 9
Season the Mixture
Add 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, and 1 tablespoon of black sesame seeds to the vegetable mixture. Stir well to combine.
- 10
Adjust Spice Level
Sprinkle chili flakes over the mixture to taste, stirring to incorporate.
- 11
Combine with Rice
Serve the vegetable mixture over the fluffed black rice, or mix them together for a combined dish.
