The Shanghai Style Vegetable Rice

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 0

Shanghai Style Vegetable Rice - A Healthy and Delicious Meal for the Entire Family

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

520

Sugar

Fat

14g

Shanghai Style Vegetable Rice is a popular dish in Shanghai. This dish is a combination of rice, pak choi, dried small shrimp, and Chinese sausage. It is a complete meal that is easy to prepare and perfect for a weekday dinner. The Shanghai Style Vegetable Rice is a healthy and delicious meal that the entire family will enjoy. The dish is packed with nutrients and will leave you feeling full and satisfied for hours.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the rice in several changes of water until the water runs clear. Combine the rice and stock in a large pot and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 15-20 minutes, until the rice is cooked through.
2.	While the rice is cooking, heat a large wok or skillet over medium heat. Add the Chinese sausage and cook until browned and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage from the pan and set aside.
3.	Add the garlic and dried shrimp to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant. Add the pak choi to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes, until wilted.
4.	When the rice is done, fluff it with a fork and transfer it to the pan with the pak choi. Stir to combine.
5.	Serve the Shanghai Style Vegetable Rice hot, garnished with the Chinese sausage.

PROS

This dish is a one-pot meal that is easy to prepare and packed with flavor.
It is a great way to get in a variety of vegetables in one dish.
The Chinese sausage provides a savory and slightly sweet flavor, while the dried shrimp adds a unique umami flavor.

CONS

Some people may be turned off by the texture of dried shrimp.
Additionally, Chinese sausage can be high in sodium and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals from the pak choi and rice. The dish is also a good source of protein and healthy fats from the Chinese sausage and oil. Eating a diet rich in vegetables has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes.

	800 g pak choi , cut into 2cm length ( or some may call `` Bak Coy '' )
	3 cups uncooked rice
	4 Chinese sausage ( or you may use Bacon instead )
	2 garlic cloves , finely chopped
	800 ml stock
	salt
	dried small shrimp
	oil