Singaporean Rice

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Singaporean Rice


Singaporean Rice is a vibrant, flavorful, and multi-layered dish that brings together the best of Asian-inspired flavors. With fragrant basmati rice, spicy marinated chicken, stir-fried noodles, and a creamy sauce, this dish is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Perfect for special occasions or when you're craving something indulgent, Singaporean Rice is a crowd-pleaser that combines textures and tastes in every bite. Follow this easy recipe to create a restaurant-worthy meal right in your own kitchen!


Singaporean Rice Recipe


Rice

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Basmati rice
  • 5-6 cups water
  • ½ lime (juiced)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 tablespoon ghee or oil

Directions

1. Wash the rice thoroughly and soak it in water for 15 minutes. Drain afterward.
2. In a pot, bring water to a boil. Add salt, lime juice, garam masala, and ghee/oil.
3. Add the soaked rice and cook on medium heat until the rice is tender (about 15 minutes).
4. Drain any excess water and set the rice aside.



Chilli Garlic Oil

Ingredients

  •  ¼ cup oil (neutral oil like vegetable or sunflower)
  •  6-8 garlic cloves (thinly sliced)
  •  2-3 green chillies (sliced)

Directions

1. Heat oil in a small pan over medium heat.
2. Add the sliced garlic and green chillies. Fry until the garlic turns golden brown.
3. Strain the oil and reserve the fried garlic and chillies for garnish.



Chicken

Ingredients

  • 2-3 Boneless chicken breast (cut in small pieces)
For marination
    • Yoghurt
    • Tomato paste
    • Ginger garlic paste
    • Kashmiri Chilli powder
    • Paprika powder
    • Garam masala
    • Turmeric powder
    • Coriander powder
    • Cumin powder
    • Fennel powder
    • Kasuri Methi ( dried fenugreek leaves)
    • Salt
    • Pepper
  • Ketchup
  • Soy sauce
  • Hot sauce
  • 2 tablespoons chilli garlic oil (reserved from above)

Directions

1. In a bowl, combine yoghurt, tomato paste, ginger-garlic paste, all the spices, kasuri methi, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
2. Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for deeper flavor).
3. Heat the reserved chilli garlic oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until the chicken is tender and fully cooked (about 10-12 minutes).
4. Stir in ketchup, soy sauce, and hot sauce. Mix well and set aside.



Noodles

Ingredients

- 2 packets instant noodles
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (onion, capsicum, carrot, cabbage – thinly sliced)
- 2-3 spring onions (white part chopped, green part reserved for garnish)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- Noodle seasoning packets (from the instant noodles)

Directions

1. Cook the instant noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In the same pan used for the chicken (or a new one), heat oil over medium heat.
3. Add the chopped spring onion whites and mixed vegetables. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.
4. Add salt, pepper, soy sauce, and ketchup. Mix well.
5. Toss in the cooked noodles and the seasoning in packet. Stir to combine and set aside.



Sauce

Ingredients

- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon mustard sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)

Directions

1. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard sauce, hot sauce, salt, and pepper until smooth.
2. Transfer the sauce to a piping bag or squeeze bottle for easy assembly.

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Assembling

Ingredients

- Cooked rice
- Cooked noodles
- Cooked chicken
- Prepared sauce
- Reserved fried garlic and green chillies
- Chopped spring onion greens (for garnish)

Directions

1. In a large serving dish or individual bowls, layer the cooked rice as the base.
2. Pipe or drizzle a layer of the sauce over the rice.
3. Add a layer of the cooked noodles.
4. Pipe another layer of sauce over the noodles.
5. Top with the cooked chicken.
6. Finish with a final drizzle of sauce.
7. Garnish with the reserved fried garlic, green chillies, and chopped spring onion greens.



Tips for Success

Marination: For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
Vegetables: Feel free to add or substitute vegetables in the noodles (e.g., bell peppers, mushrooms, or beans).
Spice Level: Adjust the amount of green chillies and hot sauce to suit your preference.
Presentation: Serve in a clear glass bowl to showcase the beautiful layers.

Enjoy your Singaporean Rice! 






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