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Again, Colors are Important
Simply make a fresh batch a day in advance. Refrigerate it for at least a day. Refrigerating it causes it to shed extra moisture and become firm, which makes the grains easier to separate when you stir fry. If fresh rice is your only option, allow it cool for a few hours before using it.
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Also, using a fairly hot pan is pretty fundamental for great fried rice. A wok is ideal if you have one. The oil you use can make a difference as well. Using grape seed oil, which has a higher smoke point than other fats [link widoczny dla zalogowanych], is a good option here. A light oil with a nutty taste, grape seed oil is a natural byproduct of grapes. Like canola and olive oils (which can be substituted if needed) grape seed oil is low in saturated fat.
2 tbsp. grape seed oil1/2 pound Extra Firm Tofu (or half a container)1 tbsp. of toasted sesame seeds2 cups of cooked brown rice, chilled3 green onions, sliced1 stalk of celery, sliced diagonally1 small carrot [link widoczny dla zalogowanych], shredded2 - 3 tbsp. of soy sauce or Braggs*1/8 tsp. ground black pepper
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Method
Place the tofu on a paper towel or cheesecloth and,using another towel or cheesecloth, press as much water out of it as you can without "mashing" it.Then cut the tofu into 1/2" to 3/4" inch cubes.Heat oil over medium high heat in a large skillet, wok or electric fry pan.Place tofu in skillet and sear until it becomes a light golden brown and slightly crispy. Sprinkle sesameseeds over the tofu. Stir frequently.Once the tofu has browned a little, add the rest of the ingredients and stir to mix thouroughly.Mix in the soy sauce or Braggs*.Reduce heat [link widoczny dla zalogowanych], cook and stir until heated through (only about five to 10 minutes)When finished serve with a whole wheat dinner roll or sliced sprouted bread. Add a side dish of plain or mandarin oranges.
Try Using Grape Seed Oil
* Braggs is a tamari/soy sauce alternative that is not heated, fermented, or salted. It is available in health food stores and some grocery stores.
So, for great fried rice, use day-old rice and a minimum of oil with a whole-grain variety of rice for extra fiber content. Try it! And try this terrific stir fry -
For a great fried rice recipe, splash it with vivid colors with a myriad of fresh vegetables. Carrots bright hue is due to a hefty dose of beta-carotene, a powerful antioxidant that scientists believe may play a role in fighting esophageal cancer. In addition, one medium carrot provides more than two times the recommended Daily Value of vitamin A. Fresh zucchini offers a source of vitamin C and vitamin B6, while the mushrooms supply selenium, which may play a role in reducing risk for prostate cancer.
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