Air Fried General Tso’s Broccoli Rice
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked and cooled white rice
- 1 cup broccoli florets 4 ounces
- 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup vegetable stock
- 4½ tablespoons rice vinegar
- 4½ tablespoons tomato paste
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon finely grated garlic
- 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- ¾ teaspoon crushed red chile flakes
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the rice, broccoli, vegetable oil, and sesame oil.
- Season with salt and pepper and toss to coat evenly in the oils.
- Transfer to a 7-inch round cake pan insert, metal cake pan, or foil pan.
- Place the pan in the air fryer and cook at 350°F, stirring every 5 minutes, until lightly toasted and crunchy, about 12 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the vegetable stock, rice vinegar, tomato paste, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, cornstarch, and crushed red chile flakes.
- Bring to a simmer, then cook until reduced and thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the heat and let the sauce cool while the rice and broccoli cook.
- Remove the pan from the air fryer and divide the rice and broccoli between bowls.
- Drizzle with some of the sauce.
- Save any remaining sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Wine Advice:
Pair this dish with a semi-dry Riesling or a fruity Pinot Gris to balance the sweetness and acidity of the General Tso’s sauce. Alternatively, a light and crisp rosé would also complement the flavors well.Nutritional Information
Calories: 380 kcal | Carbohydrates: 54 g | Protein: 7 g | Fat: 16 g | Fiber: 5 g | Sugar: 9 g