Delicious Rice Salad Made with Korean Rice
Delicious Rice Salad Made with Korean Rice
How to Make a Nutritious Rice Salad with Korean Rice Variety ‘Gawaji No. 1’
Tired of the same old rice, or have leftover rice? This Rice Salad recipe, made with our own Korean rice variety ‘Gawaji No. 1’, is perfect for you! It’s delicious even when cold and makes for a satisfying meal or a wonderful side dish. The fresh vegetables and flavorful dressing perfectly complement each grain of rice, creating a delightful culinary experience.
Salad Ingredients- 1 cup Korean rice (approx. 200g)
- 2-3 bell peppers (use a variety of colors for visual appeal)
- 10 cherry tomatoes
- 100g canned corn
- 100g canned black beans
Dressing Ingredients- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- 3 Tbsp lime juice (or lemon juice)
- 1 Tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- Pinch of paprika powder (smoked paprika powder adds extra flavor!)
- Pinch of cumin powder (for added depth)
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- 3 Tbsp lime juice (or lemon juice)
- 1 Tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- Pinch of paprika powder (smoked paprika powder adds extra flavor!)
- Pinch of cumin powder (for added depth)
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the rice that will form the base of our salad. Use 1 cup of ‘Gawaji No. 1’, a Korean rice variety known for its excellent taste and chewy texture, perfectly suited to our palates. Cook the rice as you normally would, ensuring the water ratio is just right for a slightly firm, fluffy consistency. Avoid making it too mushy, as this can affect the salad’s texture.
Step 2
Now, let’s make the flavorful dressing that will elevate our salad. In a bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 3 tablespoons of fresh lime juice (lemon juice can be substituted if needed), and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Whisk these together. Add a pinch of paprika powder and cumin powder for added aroma and depth. Season with salt and black pepper to your liking. Stir well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined. Taste and adjust the sweetness, saltiness, and pepperiness according to your preference.
Step 3
Next, prepare the bell peppers, which will add color and a satisfying crunch. Wash them thoroughly, remove the seeds, and dice them into small, even pieces. Using bell peppers of different colors will make your salad visually appealing and nutritionally richer.
Step 4
Add the finely diced bell peppers to the bowl with the dressing. Gently toss them to coat each piece evenly with the dressing. This step helps to infuse the vegetables with flavor.
Step 5
Prepare the cherry tomatoes by washing them, removing the stems, and cutting each one in half. Add these halved tomatoes to the bowl with the dressed bell peppers and mix them in. This ensures the tomatoes absorb the delicious dressing.
Step 6
Drain the canned corn thoroughly using a sieve. This is important to prevent the salad from becoming watery and to retain the corn’s natural sweetness. Add the drained corn to the salad bowl.
Step 7
Add the canned black beans, also drained well, to the salad. These beans will provide a lovely nutty flavor and texture. If you have cooked black beans on hand, feel free to use those instead.
Step 8
Now it’s time to add the freshly cooked rice to the bowl with all the prepared vegetables and beans. Adding the warm rice allows it to absorb the flavors of the dressing and other ingredients beautifully. Gently fluff the rice and mix it with the other components so they don’t clump together.
Step 9
Finally, gently combine all the ingredients until the rice grains are well coated with the dressing. Your delicious Rice Salad is ready! It’s incredibly simple, yet the unique nutty flavor and chewy texture of the ‘Gawaji No. 1’ Korean rice, combined with the fresh vegetables and the zesty dressing, create a truly fantastic harmony. This salad is delightful served warm or chilled. Give this recipe a try – you won’t regret it!
