Sunshine Rice
Makes:
4 servings
Hot sauce and almonds make this rice dish explode with flavor. Only one pot is needed making this an easy and delicious side dish.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or cooking oil of choice)
- 1 1/4 cups celery, finely chopped, with leaves
- 1 1/2 cups onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 dash hot sauce
- 1 cup long-grain white rice, dry
- 1/4 cup almonds, slivered
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Heat oil in medium saucepan. Add celery and onions and saute until tender, about 10 minutes.
- Add water, orange and lemon juice, and hot sauce. Bring to a boil. Stir in rice and bring back to a boil. Let stand covered until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in almonds. Serve immediately as a side dish for a fish entree.
Stay Young at Heart: Cooking the Heart-Healthy Way
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National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute
