Fried Rice Cakes Brazilian Style Recipes

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of water to a gentle simmer. Dip the rice cakes in the water for 30 seconds.
• Meanwhile, warm a large stainless steel saucepan or nonstick wok with the XO sauce and any of the oil it's packed in over medium heat. Put the warmed rice cakes in the pan with a little of the simmering water. Raise the heat to high and add the soy paste, Shaoxing, black vinegar, soy sauce, fish sauce and sugar. Cook, swirling, until the sauce starts to come together and the rice cakes are warmed through, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the garlic chives and bean sprouts and swirl to warm through and wilt slightly. Transfer to a serving plate and grate the bottarga on top.

Steps:

• Wash the rice until the water runs clear and set aside to dry. Boil enough water for two cups. Chop the onions and garlic finely. Place a pan over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once olive oil is heated add the chopped onions and garlic.
• Sauté until fragrant; approximately 3 minutes. Add the dry rice to the pan and stir for an additional 3-4 minutes making sure that the rice does not stick to the bottom of the pan. Add the two cups of boiling water to the rice and the salt.
• Place a lid on the pan and cook on medium heat for 8 minutes. Decrease the heat to low and cook for another 10-15 minutes, or until the water has all evaporated. If the rice is not cooked yet, add a little bit more water!