Sesame Flavored Broccoli Rice

Long time back I came across a recipe where sesame seeds were used in preparing Broccoli Rice. Later I tried the same, and instant hit! Such a nice and different flavor. Thanks to that unknown blogger.

Ingredients:

• Broccoli Florets
• cooked Basmati rice (let it cool down really well)
• 1/2 cup finely chopped Onions
• 1/2 cup Spring onion
• 2 tbsp finely cut Garlic & Ginger
• Gr. chilli finely cut
• 2 tsp Sesame powder or 2 tsp white sesame seeds
• Pepper to taste
• Salt to taste
• 1 1/2 tsp Soy Sauce
• 1 tbsp Olive oil

Method:

• Heat a pan, add olive oil and saute the sesame powder or seeds 
• Add the garlic, ginger, gr. chillies and spring onions, saute until the garlic turns golden brown
• Add the broccoli florets, salt and pepper powder. Close the lid for 2-3 mins as Broccoli cooks really fast. Let it be little crunchy
• Once the Broccoli is 80% done, add the soy sauce and saute the mixture in high flame for 3 mins. Slightly burnt aroma enhances the taste of fried rice
• Then add the cooked Basmati rice and mix really well
• Garnish with spring onions.

Tips:

• I prefer sesame powder, as it enhances the flavor than in the form of seeds
• Sesame powder - soak the seeds for 30 mins, strain it and pat it with a cloth or tissue to completely get rid off the moisture. Grind once it drys completely
• Normally I wash broccoli florets by soaking in hot water with salt for just 2 mins. Check for worms in the florets
• Basmati rice - for 1 cup of basmati rice, 2 cups of water. Soak for 30mins, pressure cook for 3 whistles. Do not stir the rice while hot, just let it cool down.