Rice Bhuteko (Rice Stir-Fried with Chicken, Nepali Style) |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 2 |
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This is a rice stire-fried with chicken and vegetables in Nepali spices, a party favorite. Ingredients:
2 cups steamed rice |
1 cup grilled chicken breast, cut into 1-in pieces (lamb or shrimp can also be used) |
1 cup chopped onion |
1 cup chopped red bell pepper |
3 fresh red chilies, minced |
1 teaspoon garlic, minced |
1 teaspoon ginger, minced |
1 teaspoon toasted cumin seed |
1 teaspoon turmeric |
3 dried red chilies |
3 tablespoons butter |
1/2 cup yogurt |
salt and pepper |
1 tablespoon sugar |
2 tablespoons scallions, chopped for garnis |
Directions:
1. In a frying pan, heat butter.
2. Add dried red chilies and turmeric; fry for 15 seconds.
3. Add garlic, ginger, and fresh chilies.
4. Fry for another minute or so.
5. Add chopped onion and red bell pepper; cook until lightly brown.
6. Add chicken pieces, sugar, salt and pepper.
7. Stir fry five minutes.
8. Add rice, yogurt and toasted cumin seeds.
9. Cook until all the liquid is absorbed and rice grains separate.
10. Garnish with chopped scallions.
11. Serve with sekuwas and bhutuwas.
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