Chinese Sausage Rice Cooker Recipe: Rice-Ribs-Sausage Trio!
Cooked rice is an indispensable delicacy in the Chinese cuisine. We, Chinese people, make a variety of rice dishes using meat and vegetables. This Chinese sausage rice cooker recipe is one of my favorites. I learned it from my grandmother who has about 60 years of experience in cooking rice.
Besides telling you about the ingredients and the cooking process, I will share some secret tips to make the rice more flavorful. Also, I will mention the nutritional value of the recipe so that you can control your calorie intake. Let’s get into the detailed recipe.
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Chinese Sausage Rice Cooker Recipe Overview
The fast cooking process is one of the reasons for me to like this recipe. Check the preparation and cooking time below, along with some crucial information.
| Course: Main | Cuisine: Chinese | Difficulty: Medium | ||
| Total Time: 30 minutes | ||||
| Serving | Preparation Time | Cooking Time | Calories | |
| 2 persons | 10 minutes | 20 minutes | 395 kcal | |
Ingredients Needed for the Recipe
Get the following ingredients ready to make this delicious rice full of flavor and nutrition.
- Rice: 2 cups of white rice
- Pork: 1lb of pork ribs
- Cornstarch: 2 tbsp
- Ginger: 1 tbsp
- Garlic: 1 tbsp
- Tempeh: 1 tbsp
- Soy Sauce: 1 tbsp
- Oyster Sauce: 1 tsp
- Salt: ½ tsp
- Sugar: ½ tsp
- Vegetable Oil: 1 tsp
- Sausage: 100g of Chinese sausage
- Mushroom: 3-4 shiitake mushrooms, sliced
- Bok Choy: 2 pcs
- Egg: 1 pc
- Peanut Oil: 1 tsp
- Scallion: 1 tsp, chopped
Chinese Sausage Rice Cooker Recipe: Step-By-Step Instructions
Making this sausage rice is just a matter of minutes once you prepare the meat, rice, and spices. Follow the detailed steps below.
Step 1: Wash the Ribs
Cut the ribs into large chunks. Add 1 tbsp of cornstarch and water to the ribs. Clean the ribs thoroughly so that there is no blood or impurities in the ribs.
Step 2: Marinate the Ribs
Take the washed ribs in a bowl. Add minced ginger, garlic, tempeh, soy sauce, oyster sauce, salt, sugar, and cornstarch to the ribs. Mix the seasonings well and set the ribs aside.
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Step 3: Cook the Rice
Brush a casserole with vegetable oil or peanut oil. It is better to pre-soak the rice before making this recipe. Add the pre-soaked rice to the casserole and spread them evenly. Add enough water to the pot so that the rice is fully covered.
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Cover the pot with the lid and cook the rice on medium-low heat for 10 minutes.
Step 4: Layer Other Ingredients
After 10 minutes, poke some holes into the rice using chopsticks. Then, put the sausage in a circular pattern. Place the marinated ribs on the outer edge. Fill the gaps with shiitake mushroom slices and bok choy. Add an egg to the center.
Step 5: Cook the Rice, Meat, and Vegetables
Cover the pot again with the lid. Drizzle some peanut oil along the edge of the lid and cook on low heat for 10 minutes.
Step 6: Garnish and Serve
Drizzle some soy sauce and sprinkle some chopped scallions on top of the sausage rice. It is now ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts of the Recipe
Each serving of this recipe contains 395 calories. Besides, it has the following nutrients.
- Total Carbohydrates: 50g
- Protein: 15g
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 1g
- Total Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Total Sugar: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
- Sodium: 613mg
- Potassium: 55mg
- Calcium: 23mg
- Iron: 1mg
- Vitamin A: 125IU
- Vitamin D: 0.7mcg
Do’s and Don’ts of the Recipe
The following tips can make your cooking better and more convenient.
Do’s
- Even if the packaged meat is clean, wash it again. This way, you can remove any off smell from the meat.
- This dish isn’t that spicy. You can use chilies or Sichuan peppercorns to give it some heat.
Don’ts
- Don’t turn the flame too high. Otherwise, the rice will burn and the meat won’t be cooked.
- Don’t use too much oil in this recipe.
Chinese Sausage Rice Cooker Recipe
Ingredients
Method
- Cut the ribs into large chunks. Add 1 tbsp of cornstarch and water to the ribs. Clean the ribs thoroughly so that there is no blood or impurities in the ribs.
- Step 2: Marinate the Ribs
- Take the washed ribs in a bowl. Add minced ginger, garlic, tempeh, soy sauce, oyster sauce, salt, sugar, and cornstarch to the ribs. Mix the seasonings well and set the ribs aside.
- Step 3: Cook the Rice
- Brush a casserole with vegetable oil or peanut oil. It is better to pre-soak the rice before making this recipe. Add the pre-soaked rice to the casserole and spread them evenly. Add enough water to the pot so that the rice is fully covered.
- Cover the pot with the lid and cook the rice on medium-low heat for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, poke some holes into the rice using chopsticks. Then, put the sausage in a circular pattern. Place the marinated ribs on the outer edge. Fill the gaps with shiitake mushroom slices and bok choy. Add an egg to the center.
- Cover the pot again with the lid. Drizzle some peanut oil along the edge of the lid and cook on low heat for 10 minutes.
- Drizzle some soy sauce and sprinkle some chopped scallions on top of the sausage rice. It is now ready to serve.
FAQs
Do you have any confusion about anything I mentioned above? Check the following answers to FAQs for clarification.
What gives Chinese sausage its flavor?
The flavor of the Chinese sausage comes from salt, sugar, rice wine, soy sauce, and rose water. It also has a smoky flavor.
Do I need to soak Chinese sausage before cooking?
If the sausage is dried, you need to soak it in water. A quick soaking will release maximum flavor from the sausage.
Can the Chinese sausage be substituted with another type of sausage?
Yes. You can use regular sausage instead of Chinese sausage in this recipe. It might give a different taste to the rice.
What other vegetables can I use in this recipe?
You can use vegetables like carrots, cabbage, etc. For carrots, you need to blanch them first. Otherwise, they won’t be fully cooked in a short time.
Conclusion
The ribs, the Chinese sausage, and the seasonings make the rice so delicious that you might end up finishing the whole pot. This flavor-rich dish is also perfect for all ages of people as it is a balanced meal and highly nutritious.
I recommend you try this Chinese sausage rice cooker recipe and experience the oozing flavors of the dish. It is best served hot, but you can also store the leftover rice in the refrigerator and reheat it when necessary. Let me know how it came out!
