Chinese Sausage and Rice (Rice Cooker)

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 1

Tasty Chinese Sausage and Rice recipe for your mealtime

by The Chefin Rice

Prep

5 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 cups medium grain white rice
	cooking spray
	1 cup Chinese sausage , thinly sliced on the diagonal
	1/2 cup green onion , thinly sliced
	2 3/4 cups water
	1/4 cup cilantro leaf , for garnish
	2 tablespoons black sesame seeds , for garnish

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

475

Sugar

Fat

16g

Chinese Sausage and Rice is a popular dish in Chinese cuisine that is enjoyed all over the world. The Chinese sausage adds a unique flavor to the dish that cannot be replicated with any other ingredient. This recipe is easy to make in a rice cooker and makes a great meal prep option that can be enjoyed for several days. Chinese Sausage and Rice is a filling and satisfying meal that is perfect for a quick and easy dinner option.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the rice thoroughly in a fine mesh strainer and drain well.
2.	Coat the inside of a rice cooker pot with cooking spray.
3.	Add the rice, Chinese sausage, and green onion to the rice cooker and stir to combine.
4.	Add the water and stir again. Cover the rice cooker and press the “Cook” button.
5.	When the rice cooker beeps, let the rice stand for 5 minutes.
6.	Fluff the rice with a fork and transfer to a serving dish.
7.	Garnish with cilantro and black sesame seeds and serve hot.

PROS

Chinese Sausage and Rice is a filling and delicious meal that is easy to make in a rice cooker.

The Chinese sausage adds a unique flavor to the dish that is hard to resist.

This recipe makes a great meal prep option that can be enjoyed for several days.

CONS

This dish is high in sodium due to the Chinese sausage, so it should be consumed in moderation.

It is also somewhat high in calories, so it may not be the best choice for those on a strict diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe contains vitamins and minerals such as vitamin B6, iron, and selenium. Chinese sausage is high in protein and contains some healthy fats. However, it is also high in sodium, so it is important to balance this dish with other low-sodium foods.