Entrée: United States – Floridian Tuna Fried Basmati Rice

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Serving Size: 3

Approximate Time

Prep 10 min

Cook 10 min

Total 20 min

Ingredients

3 cups (720 ml) cooked basmati rice (preferably day-old)
2 tuna fillets or 2 cups (480 ml) cooked, flaked tuna
2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
3 tbsp (45 ml) soy sauce
1 / 2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 green onions, sliced
1 large carrot, diced
1 / 2 cup (60 g) shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Instructions

1. If using raw tuna fillets, season with black pepper and sear quickly in 1 tbsp olive oil until medium; flake and set aside.
2. Heat remaining olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat; add carrot and bell pepper and stir-fry 3–4 minutes until just tender.
3. Add cooked rice to the pan, breaking up any clumps; stir-fry 2–3 minutes to heat through.
4. Return flaked tuna to the pan, add soy sauce and green onions; toss gently to combine and heat 1–2 minutes.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning with more soy or black pepper. If using cheddar, sprinkle over hot rice off the heat to melt slightly and serve immediately.