Calypso Rice Recipe
🍚 Name: Calypso Rice
🕒 Total Time: 40 minutes
🥣 Recipe Category: Rice
🔑 Keywords: Caribbean, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, < 60 Mins
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1 cup rice
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 green bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 113
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 160.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 24.2g
- Fiber: 0.9g
- Sugar: 2.7g
- Protein: 2.9g
Servings: 8 servings
Instructions
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Prepare Ingredients:
- Dice the onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper.
- Chop the fresh parsley for garnish.
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Cooking Process:
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In a medium saucepan, bring the low sodium chicken broth and pineapple juice to a boil over high heat.
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Add the rice, diced onion, diced red bell pepper, diced green bell pepper, turmeric, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan.
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Stir well to combine all ingredients.
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Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let it simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and all the liquid is absorbed.
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Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it stand, covered, for an additional 5 minutes. This helps the flavors to meld and ensures the rice is fluffy.
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Serve:
- Fluff the rice with a fork to separate the grains.
- Optionally, sprinkle freshly chopped parsley on top for a vibrant garnish.
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Enjoy Your Calypso Rice:
- Serve hot as a delicious side dish, paired with Sweet and Spicy Pork Cubes or your favorite main course.
Tips for Success:
- Ensure the saucepan is covered tightly during the cooking process to trap steam and cook the rice evenly.
- For a richer flavor, you can use homemade chicken broth or add a splash of coconut milk.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences. You can add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicy kick or more turmeric for additional color and flavor.
This Calypso Rice recipe brings the flavors of the Caribbean right to your table, offering a delightful combination of sweet pineapple juice, aromatic turmeric, and colorful bell peppers. It’s not only delicious but also low in cholesterol and suitable for those looking for a healthy meal option. Perfect for any occasion, from family dinners to potlucks, this dish is sure to become a favorite.
