Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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9
servings
1 cup

converted rice

cooked

0.5 cup

green onions

diced

0.33 cup

pimientos

diced

0.5 cup

butter

melted

3 unit

eggs

well beaten

1 pinch

salt

1 can

bean sprouts

drained

Step 1
~3 min

Cook rice according to package directions.

Step 2
~3 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 3
~3 min

Dice green onions and pimientos.

Step 4
~3 min

Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 5
~3 min

Sauté diced green onions and pimientos in the melted butter until softened.

Step 6
~3 min

In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, sautéed green onions and pimientos, well-beaten eggs, salt, and drained bean sprouts.

Step 7
~3 min

Grease a round ring mold thoroughly.

Step 8
~3 min

Pour the rice mixture into the prepared ring mold.

Step 9
~3 min

Place the ring mold in a large baking or roasting pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 10
~3 min

Fill the baking pan with 1 inch of water to create a water bath.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 11
~3 min

Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the rice ring is set.

Step 12
~3 min

Remove from oven and let cool slightly.

Step 13
~3 min

Invert the ring mold onto a serving plate to unmold the rice ring.

Step 14
~3 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a touch of soy sauce for extra flavor.

Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped cilantro.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepared a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with stir-fried vegetables or grilled chicken.

Serve with a light soy sauce drizzle.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Stir-fried vegetables
Grilled chicken
Spring rolls

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States (Chinese-American)

Cultural Significance

Popular side dish in American Chinese restaurants.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Potlucks
Holiday gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Party
Holiday

Popularity Score

60/100

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