Creative Ways to Cook with 150g rice – Recipes You Haven’t Tried

Shake up your routine with these unexpected yet delicious 150g rice recipes — fun, easy, and full of flavour.

Recipes with 150g rice

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Wine-brewed moon-drinking ice slurry

- Energy supplement: Fermented glutinous rice contains carbohydrates and can quickly provide energy to the body. ​ - Promote digestion: Enzymes (such as amylase) produced during the fermentation process can help promote gastrointestinal digestion. ​ - Nutritional supplement: Contains a small amount of protein, B vitamins and minerals (such as potassium and magnesium), which can be used as a nutritional supplement for daily diet.

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Vegetable and Persimmon Dumplings

This bowl of "Persimmon Blessings" glutinous rice balls is so delightful! The bright red skin is filled with black and white sesame seeds and crushed peanuts, and when you bite into it, you're greeted with a rich nutty aroma. The yellow and green "persimmon calyxes" that adorn the filling are so lifelike. Soaked in a sweet and sour fermented rice soup, every bite is a delightful blend of soft, chewy, and sweet flavors, warming both the stomach and the heart, and bringing you good fortune in every bite.

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Braised Pig Trotters with Sand Ginger

This dish of braised pork trotters with sand ginger is a classic Cantonese New Year's feast staple! The pork trotters are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside after being chilled in ice water—chewy, bouncy, and full of collagen. The sand ginger and shallots are stir-fried until fragrant, coating each piece of trotter in a savory sauce with the unique spiciness of sand ginger, without being overpowering. Crushed peanuts and cilantro add aroma and crunch, making it even more addictive with every chew—perfect with drinks or rice. Served during the New Year, it's both visually appealing and delicious, embodying the quintessential Cantonese flavor—a definite centerpiece for the New Year's feast, so delicious you'll lick your fingers!

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Sichuan-style minced pork stewed with tofu

Today I'm sharing a dish my family eats frequently while running our business. It's spicy, flavorful, and incredibly delicious with rice. Plus, it's easy to make. Sichuan-Style Minced Pork and Tofu Stew

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Salted Egg Glutinous Rice Stuffing

This glutinous rice and egg dish, standing prominently in the center of a large round plate, exudes Michelin-level sophistication! The white plate makes the glistening rice balls stand out even more. Each grain of glutinous rice is coated in a glossy egg yolk, so sticky and soft it can be stretched into soft strands, with an enticing sheen. The green peas scattered throughout are incredibly eye-catching. The taste is absolutely amazing! The rice is chewy and sticky, bursting with savory flavor, infused with the rich aroma of Cantonese preserved meats—a truly multi-layered experience. Every bite is flavorful and satisfying, the aroma of preserved meats blending with the sandy texture of the egg yolk. The savory and oily flavors are locked inside the rice, leaving a lingering fragrance on the tongue. It truly is a beautiful presentation paired with a satisfyingly delicious taste! 😋

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Low-calorie, high-protein Vietnamese spring rolls (weight-loss version)

Who says you can only eat grass when you're trying to lose weight? Look at my Vietnamese spring rolls, they're so eye-catching! The translucent rice wrappers are filled with purple cabbage, endive, shredded carrots, and plump shrimp. The colors are vibrant and they look amazing! The shrimp are a great source of protein, and the vegetables are full of dietary fiber. They're low in calories and filling. Dip them in the spicy and sour sauce and you'll feel incredibly satisfied with every bite. You can enjoy a weight-loss meal like this!

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Sour and fragrant Yunnan-style small pot rice noodles

Lately, I've been eating too much pasta and really wanted a change. Yunnan rice noodles are like Chongqing hotpot—the flavor is ingrained in the local culture. A trip to Yunnan is guaranteed to hook you; you'll crave it every day! To recreate the Yunnan taste, the local sauces and pickled vegetables are the soul of the dish! The tangy pickled vegetables mixed with the rich sauce, combined with the aroma of meat, are irresistible. Picking up a mouthful of rice noodles, each strand is coated in the thick sauce. Slurping them down, they're soft, chewy, and the savory, spicy, and sour sauce explodes on your tongue. The crisp, sour pickled vegetables cut through the richness of the minced meat. Then, a bite of a poached egg soaked in broth—layers of sour, spicy, fresh, and fragrant flavors unfold, warming you from your tongue to your stomach. Finally, I've satisfied my craving for Yunnan rice noodles!

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Salted pork bone and dried vegetable porridge to reduce internal heat

In Guangdong, this bowl of salted pork bone, dried vegetable, and peanut porridge is a lifesaver for those experiencing internal heat! It's my go-to when my throat gets dry and my mouth blisters. The pork bones are pre-marinated with salt and spices, resulting in a savory and flavorful porridge. The meat between the bones is rich in salt and flavor, making it incredibly satisfying to chew. The dried vegetables, a unique Guangdong specialty, absorb the essence of the porridge, leaving them soft, chewy, and with a unique vegetable aroma. The peanuts are stewed until soft and soft, melting in your mouth. The porridge is thick, and every spoonful is packed with the umami flavor of the ingredients, a salty, savory, and sweet lingering taste that moistens your tongue and throat. Having a bowl of this when you're experiencing internal heat is like installing a dual "fire-extinguishing and nourishing" system on your body. Heat quickly dissipates, leaving you feeling moisturized from the inside out and feeling incredibly comfortable! This "fire-reducing" porridge is a must-have at home! My little beast sipped three bowls straight.

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Sticky Rice Chili Paste (Southwest China Specialty)

This is a must-have on the dining tables of Yunnan, Hunan, Sichuan, and Chongqing – handmade chili flakes! Look at this bowl, the golden powder particles are mixed with bright red chili flakes, the grains are coarse and chewy, and because of the addition of glutinous rice, they also have a slightly sticky and chewy texture, making your mouth water just looking at it. After it ferments, the taste is absolutely amazing! It's refreshingly sour without being pungent, and spicy with a mellow aroma that doesn't dry out your throat, with the fragrance of fried rice and corn. It tastes much better than the ready-made ones you buy online. Whether you're stir-frying pork intestines, twice-cooked pork, or frying rice or eggs, just put it in the pan and it instantly becomes a super satisfying dish. You really can't buy this homemade flavor outside.

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Seeking Fresh Food in the Green Fields

The beauty of this stir-fried radish leaves with minced meat lies in its simple yet heartwarming details: Homegrown radish leaves stir-fried with minced meat. The core radish leaves are all homegrown and pesticide-free, picked fresh in the morning while still dewy, locking in their crispness, sweetness, and natural freshness. Stir-fried quickly over high heat with fresh lean minced meat, the slightly spicy and fresh leaves blend perfectly with the rich aroma of the meat. The result is a crisp, tender, and refreshing dish that's perfect with rice, a home-style flavor that gets better with every bite. Natural and healthy, suitable for the whole family. Radish leaves are rich in Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and dietary fiber. Combined with the high-quality protein from lean minced meat, this low-fat, high-nutrition dish promotes intestinal motility, cleanses the stomach, and provides essential energy. It's a safe and delicious meal for both the elderly and children, a simple yet nutritious option.