Schezwan fried rice

"Schezuan" denotes spice ….. and this dish is a delectable blend of spicy flavours that are sure to tease your palate.

Cooking Time : 10 mins.
Preparation Time : 15 mins.
Serves 4.

Ingredients

2 cups Chinese rice/basmathi rice
1 teaspoon garlic, chopped
2 teaspoons celery, chopped
1 cup vegetables (carrots, capsicum, cabbage)/as u desired, finely sliced (can also use egg ,shredded chicken)
2 tablespoons Schezuan sauce
½ cup bean sprouts
1 tablespoon oil
salt to taste

Method

1. Heat the oil, add the garlic and sauté till it turns golden in colour.
2. Add the celery and vegetables and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes.
3. Add the Schezuan sauce and cook for another minute.
4. Add the rice, bean sprouts and salt and mix well.
5. Toss for a few seconds till all the ingredients are mixed.
6. Serve hot.

SCHEZWAN SAUCE (CHINESE)

A treat for spice lovers! Use the variety of chillies like Kashmiri or Begdi which are rich in colour and not very spicy.

Cooking Time : 5 mins.
Preparation Time : 5 mins.
Makes 3/4 cup.

Ingredients
12 to 15 dry red chillies, soaked in warm water
2 tablespoons garlic, chopped
6 tablespoons white vinegar
2 teaspoons sugar
2 tablespoons sesame (til) oil
1 teaspoon salt

Method

1. Drain out all the water from the chillies and discard it.

2. Grind all ingredients except the oil in a blender to a fine paste. Keep aside.

3. Heat the oil to smoking point and pour over the chilli-garlic paste. Mix well, allow it to cool and store refrigerated in an air-tight container.

4. Use as a dipping sauce.

Tips
Select bright red chillies for a rich flavoured sauce.