Java Rice

Java Rice

Java Rice

Here’s another great recipe using up day old white rice. This java rice gets its color from turmeric and ground annatto. Pair this rice with any type of grilled meat or fish.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Filipino
Keyword: Filipino, rice, side dish
Author: Alex Gorgos

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 red bell pepper finely diced
  • 1/2 green bell pepper finely diced
  • 1/4 cup shallots diced
  • 6 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp ground annato
  • 4 cups day old cooked white rice
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Heat up cooking oil and butter in a large sauté pan over medium high heat. Sauté the bell peppers, shallots, and garlic for 5 minutes.
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  • Add the turmeric and ground annatto. Cook for a minute.
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  • Stir in the rice, breaking up all the clumps. Mix thoroughly. Add in the soy sauce. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
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  • Season with salt and pepper.
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