Fried Rice By Sallye Food

RICE W/FRIED BANANAS (SALLYE)

Steps:

• NOTE: It is important that bananas are green and firm; otherwise they will become soggy
• Place liquid stock in medium size saucepan over medium high heat. Bring to a boil. Add rice and a pinch of salt, cover tightly and turn heat to low. Simmer the rice for 18-20 minutes just until tender and remove from heat. Keep covered and set aside to cool.
• Slice 2 bananas into 1/2 inch slices and place in a bowl with sugar. Toss gently so that all banana pieces are coated with sugar.
• Peel onion and finely dice. (Using food processor is easier and quicker). Set aside.
• Place 2 tablespoons of oil in large heavy skillet over medium high heat. When oil is shimmering, add the bananas in a single layer to the hot oil. Cook 1 or 2 minutes on each side until bananas are nice and brown. Transfer bananas to a plate and set aside.
• Add the 3 remaining tablespoons of oil to the pan, allow to heat for 1 minute, then add the onion. Sauté a few minutes until the onions are softened and translucent. Season with the cinnamon and allspice.
• Add the cooked rice to the onions and cook until heated through, stirring with a wooden spoon constantly. Remove from heat, add the bananas and fold into rice mixture with the wooden spoon.
• An excellent side dish for just about any kind of meat.

SPANISH RICE MADE EASY (SALLYE)

Steps:

• 1. PREPARATION: Peel and quarter onion and place in food processor Cut bell pepper into quarters, remove the core, the seeds and membranes; place in food processor Peel garlic clove and place in food processor Pulse about 7 times until items are coarsely chopped Set aside
• 2. Place oil in heavy skillet that has an airtight lid over medium high heat until oil is shimmering. I use my cast iron skillet.
• 3. Add rice, chopped pepper, onion and garlic to hot oil and cook until rice is slightly browned (about 5 minutes). Stir frequently to avoid burning.
• 4. Stir in all other ingredients and bring to a boil.
• 5. Once liquid is boiling, turn heat to low until liquid is just simmering. Cover and cook until all liquid is absorbed (about 20 minutes). Do not remove lid or stir during cooking time.
• 6. Remove from heat and set aside for 5 minutes (still covered). When ready to serve, fluff up with fork.
• 7. That's it, folks.