Healthy and Nutritious Easy Wakame Brown Rice Recipe

This Easy Wakame Brown Rice recipe is a healthy and nutritious dish that is not only delicious but also simple to prepare. It combines the nutty flavors of brown rice with the umami taste of wakame seaweed, creating a satisfying and wholesome meal. With just a few basic ingredients, you can enjoy a flavorful and wholesome rice dish that is perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• 1 cup brown rice
• 1 3/4 cups water
• 1/4 cup dried wakame seaweed
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Directions

1. Rinse the brown rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed rice and water. Bring it to a boil over medium heat.
3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let the rice simmer for about 40 minutes or until tender and the water is absorbed.
4. While the rice is cooking, soak the dried wakame seaweed in cold water for about 5 minutes or until it becomes soft and rehydrated. Drain the seaweed and chop it into small pieces.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper.
6. Once the rice is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it sit, covered, for about 5 minutes.
7. Fluff the rice with a fork and transfer it to a serving bowl.
8. Add the chopped wakame seaweed and sliced green onions to the rice.
9. Pour the soy sauce mixture over the rice and gently toss everything together until well combined.
10. Serve the Easy Wakame Brown Rice warm or at room temperature as a delicious and nutritious main course or side dish.

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