Forbidden Rice Recipe
Known as 'Forbidden Rice' in Ancient China, served with XO Sauce made with a variety of vegetables.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
Cook Forbidden Rice
Rinse the forbidden rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a saucepan, combine the rice and water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-35 minutes until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 10 minutes.
Prepare XO Sauce
In a bowl, soak the dried scallops and dried shrimp in warm water for about 20 minutes until softened. Drain and chop finely. In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, ginger, shallots, and chopped chili peppers. Sauté until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the chopped scallops and shrimp, soy sauce, rice wine, and sugar. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Serve
Fluff the forbidden rice with a fork and serve on a plate topped with a generous portion of the XO sauce.