(Web Exclusive) Round 2 : Mexican Fried Rice
(Web Exclusive) Round 2 : Mexican Fried Rice might be just the main course you are searching for. One portion of this dish contains around 16g of protein, 10g of fat, and a total of 515 calories. This recipe covers 25% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This recipe serves 4. Head to the store and pick up bacon, salt and pepper, freshly cilantro leaves, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 30 minutes. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free and dairy free diet.
Instructions
Watch how to make this recipe.
In a large skillet, over medium heat, fry the bacon until just crisp.
Add the jalapenos and saute until slightly softened. Stir in the Zesty Rice Saladand cook until rice is heated through.
Add corn, diced tomatoes, and chili seasoning. Continue to fry on medium heat until corn is cooked and tomatoes are hot. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Sprinkle with chopped cilantro before serving.
Heat oil over medium heat in a medium sauce pot.
Add garlic, and rice and saute for 2 minutes until rice is toasted.
Add 2 1/4 cups water, chili seasoning and season with a pinch of salt and pepper and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
Remove to a baking sheet and let cool.
In a large bowl combine onion, yellow pepper, cooled rice, beans, vinegar and cilantro.
Recommended wine: Chenin Blanc, Gewurztraminer, Riesling
Asian on the menu? Try pairing with Chenin Blanc, Gewurztraminer, and Riesling. The best wine for Asian food depends on the cuisine and dish - of course - but these acidic whites pair with a number of traditional meals, spicy or not. One wine you could try is Baron Herzog Chenin Blanc (OU Kosher). It has 4.1 out of 5 stars and a bottle costs about 12 dollars.
Baron Herzog Chenin Blanc (OU Kosher)
A fresh and round mouth feel with intense fruity notes of nectarine, gooseberry and pine with a bright, clean finish. A versatile wine to enjoy with spicy ethnic foods from Chinese to Indian. Also great as an aperitif.