Suzhou Vegetable Rice
Chinese Chinese - Jiangsu Su Cuisine

Suzhou Vegetable Rice

Est. Time: 35-45 min  •  6 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.

Ingredients

  • • 400g jasmine rice
  • • 300g Shanghai bok choy, chopped
  • • 150g pork belly, diced
  • • 2 tbsp lard
  • • 1 tbsp salt
  • • 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine
  • • 3 slices ginger
  • • 450ml water

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Rinse the rice and let it soak for 20 minutes.

2
Phase 2

Render the pork belly in the lard with ginger until the dice turn golden.

3
Phase 3

Stir in the bok choy, wine, and salt until the leaves wilt.

4
Phase 4

Add the drained rice and water, then bring to a boil.

5
Phase 5

Cover tightly and cook over low heat for 20 minutes.

6
Phase 6

Stand off the heat for 10 minutes, then fluff and serve.