Cantonese rice

Apollo Rice is a long-grain variety grown in Italy, perfect for ethnic dishes thanks to its cooking resistance and delicate aroma. In this recipe it lends itself magnificently to the classic Cantonese rice, a simple but tasty dish that combines genuine ingredients and balanced flavors. Perfect for a light, original and colorful dinner.

Ingredients for four people:

• Apollo Rice: 400g

• Eggs: 3

• Cooked ham in cubes: 150 g

• Peas: 150 g

• Seed oil: 2 tablespoons

• Soy sauce: 2-3 tablespoons (to taste)

• Salt: to taste

Procedure:

1. Boil the Apollo rice in plenty of salted water for about 12-13 minutes, until al dente.
2. Drain it and let it cool completely: for a perfect result, you can prepare it the day before.
3. Meanwhile, boil the peas for a few minutes and set them aside.
   In a large pan or wok, heat a tablespoon of seed oil and scramble the eggs with a pinch of salt. When they are ready, transfer them to a plate.
   
4. In the same pan, pour another tablespoon of oil and brown the cooked ham cubes. Add the peas and sauté everything for a couple of minutes.
   
5. Add the now cold and grainy rice, mixing well to distribute the ingredients.
   
6. Add the soy sauce and sauté the rice over a high flame for a few minutes.
   
7. Finally, add the scrambled eggs, mix one last time and serve hot.

Finally, we invite you to try this recipe using our Apollo Rice : fragrant, light, perfect for bringing a touch of the Orient grown in Italy to the table.

Enjoy your meal!