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Recipe for Mixed Rice Using a Rice Cooker

Ingredients

(Serves 4)

For the Rice:

• 2 cups of white jasmine rice (or any long-grain rice)
• 2 1/2 cups of water

For the Mix:

• 150g (5 oz) chicken breast or thigh (optional, can be replaced with shrimp or tofu)
• 1 small carrot, diced
• 1/2 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
• 1/2 cup green peas
• 1/4 cup diced onion (optional)
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced (shiitake or button mushrooms work well)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional for extra flavor)
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Optional Garnish:

• Green onions, chopped
• Fried shallots
• Fresh cilantro

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients

1. Wash the rice:
   • Rinse the rice thoroughly in cold water 2–3 times until the water runs clear.
   • Drain well and place the rice in the rice cooker bowl.
2. Chop the ingredients:
   • Dice the chicken (or tofu) into bite-sized pieces.
   • Prepare the vegetables by dicing the carrot and mushrooms.

Step 2: Cook the Protein

1. Heat a small pan over medium heat, and add 1 teaspoon of cooking oil.
2. Sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
3. Add the chicken (or protein of your choice) and stir-fry until lightly cooked (around 3–5 minutes). Add a pinch of salt and pepper for seasoning. Set aside.

Step 3: Assemble in the Rice Cooker

1. Add water to the washed rice in the rice cooker. Use the standard ratio (2 cups of rice = 2 1/2 cups of water).
2. Place the carrots, sweet corn, green peas, mushrooms, and onions evenly over the rice.
3. Add the pre-cooked chicken (or tofu/shrimp) on top of the vegetables.

Step 4: Seasoning

1. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, salt, and pepper. Stir until dissolved.
2. Pour this sauce mixture evenly over the ingredients in the rice cooker.

Step 5: Cook

1. Turn on the rice cooker and let it cook as you normally would for plain rice.
2. Once the rice cooker switches to the “Keep Warm” mode, let it sit for an additional 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6: Mix and Serve

1. Open the rice cooker and gently mix the rice, vegetables, and protein together using a rice paddle or spoon.
2. Serve hot and garnish with chopped green onions, fried shallots, or fresh cilantro as desired.

Tips:

• You can customize the recipe with other vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, or zucchini.
• For added flavor, sprinkle a little fish sauce or chili oil before serving.
• If you prefer a vegetarian version, omit the meat and oyster sauce.

Enjoy your delicious and easy Mixed Rice made with a rice cooker! 🌟