Sizzling Rice with Tomato Sauce

Ingredients

In the Danish adaptation of Sizzling Rice with Tomato Sauce, the traditional Chinese ingredients have been modified to suit the Danish cuisine. The original recipe often includes ingredients like soy sauce, ginger, and sesame oil, which have been replaced with Danish spices and flavors. Additionally, the cooking technique has been adjusted to ensure the rice becomes crispy and golden brown, which is a characteristic of Danish cuisine. We alse have the original recipe for Sizzling Rice in Tomato Sauce, so you can check it out.

• 2 cups (400g) cooked rice 2 cups (400g) cooked rice
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 4 tomatoes, diced 4 tomatoes, diced
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, for garnish Fresh parsley, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 8g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 40g, 4g
• Protein: 5g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 0.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. 2.
   Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until they become translucent.
3. 3.
   Add the diced tomatoes, paprika, dried thyme, and dried oregano to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
4. 4.
   Reduce the heat to low and let the tomato sauce simmer for about 15 minutes, until it thickens slightly.
5. 5.
   While the sauce is simmering, spread the cooked rice evenly on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice becomes crispy and golden brown.
6. 6.
   Once the rice is crispy, remove it from the oven and transfer it to a serving dish.
7. 7.
   Pour the tomato sauce over the crispy rice and garnish with fresh parsley.
8. 8.
   Serve the Sizzling Rice with Tomato Sauce immediately while it's still hot and crispy.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Rice — Use leftover cooked rice for best results. If using freshly cooked rice, spread it on a baking sheet and let it cool completely before baking to achieve a crispy texture.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra burst of flavor, add a splash of balsamic vinegar to the tomato sauce.
• Customize the spice level by adding chili flakes or hot sauce to the tomato sauce.
• Serve the Sizzling Rice with Tomato Sauce as a main dish or as a side dish with grilled meats or roasted vegetables.
• Make sure to spread the cooked rice evenly on the baking sheet to ensure it crisps up evenly.
• If you prefer a softer texture, you can skip the baking step and serve the tomato sauce over steamed rice.

Serving advice

Serve the Sizzling Rice with Tomato Sauce immediately after pouring the sauce over the crispy rice. The dish is best enjoyed while the rice is still hot and crispy.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, garnish the dish with additional fresh herbs such as basil or chives. The vibrant green color will add a pop of freshness to the dish.