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Chum - Bhutanese Red Rice

chum is a funny name but red rice is unique and delicious!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Bhutan
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 64kcal
Author International Cuisine

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Bhutanese red rice
  • 2 1/4 cups Water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Szechuan pepper to taste
  • 1 medium orange zest of

Instructions

  • In a saucepan bring the water and salt to a boil.
  • Add in the rice stir to combine then cover and simmer over low heat until water is absorbed.
  • Rice will still have a little crunch when done, yet will be tender.
  • Season with a little zest of an orange and some szechuan pepper to taste.
  • Serve as a side to ema datshi.

Nutrition

Calories: 64kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 590mg | Potassium: 63mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 74IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg