Sri Wasano’s Infamous Indonesian Rice Salad

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 5
Sri Wasano's Infamous Indonesian Rice Salad
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Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups brown rice
1/3 cup peanut oil
3 tablespoons sesame oil
1/2 cup orange juice
1 garlic clove , crushed
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons tamari
1 teaspoon salt
1 -2 tablespoon honey ( optional ) or 1 -2 tablespoon brown sugar ( optional )
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 cup chopped fresh pineapple
2 -3 scallions , minced
1 stalk celery , finely minced
1/2 lb fresh mung bean sprouts
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped peanuts
1/2 cup toasted cashew pieces
2 tablespoons sesame seeds , toasted
1/2 cup red bell pepper , slices
1/2 cup green bell pepper , slices
1 cup thin sliced water chestnuts
1 cup raw snow peas ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
502
Sugar
22g
Fat
32g
Sri Wasano's Infamous Indonesian Rice Salad is a traditional Indonesian dish that has become popular worldwide. The combination of cooked brown rice, vegetables, fruits, and nuts creates a delicious and healthy salad that can be served as a main course or as a side dish. Sri Wasano's recipe adds a flavorful dressing to the salad, made with peanut oil, sesame oil, orange juice, garlic, red pepper flakes, and tamari. This salad is perfect for a summer meal or a healthy lunch option at any time of the year.

Instructions

1.Cook the brown rice according to the package instructions.
2.In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut oil, sesame oil, orange juice, garlic, red pepper flakes, tamari, salt, honey/brown sugar, and cider vinegar until well combined.
3.In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, pineapple, scallions, celery, mung bean sprouts, raisins, chopped peanuts, toasted cashews, sesame seeds, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, water chestnuts, and snow peas (if using).
4.Pour the dressing over the rice mixture and toss until well combined.
5.Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.

PROS

Sri Wasano’s Infamous Indonesian Rice Salad is easy to make, flavorful, and packed with nutrients.

It can be served as a main course or as a side dish.

The combination of vegetables, fruits, and nuts makes this salad a nutritious meal option.

CONS

The salad contains nuts and seeds, which can be allergenic to some people.

Some may find the salad too filling to be served as a side dish and prefer it as a main course.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sri Wasano’s Infamous Indonesian Rice Salad is rich in fiber, protein, and vitamins C and E.
The brown rice and mung bean sprouts offer a good source of complex carbohydrates and plant-based protein.
The salad also contains healthy fats from the peanuts, cashews, and sesame seeds.
The combination of fruits and vegetables in this recipe offers a variety of vitamins and minerals for a well-rounded meal.

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