Northeastern Dried Shrimp Rice

Ingredients

• 80 g 77foods salted dried shrimp
• 2 cups white rice
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 3 chopped garlic cloves
• 2 chopped seedless tomatoes
• 1 chopped chili pepper (optional)
• 4 cups hot water
• Chopped coriander
• Olive oil and black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Soak the dried shrimp in warm water for 10 minutes to remove excess salt. Drain.

2. 2

   In a pan, sauté the onion and garlic in the olive oil until golden. Add the tomatoes and chili peppers and cook for 3 minutes.

3. 3

   Add the drained dried shrimp and sauté for 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the rice and stir for 1 minute to combine.

5. 5

   Pour in the hot water, taste for salt (you may not need it). Cover and cook over a low heat for 18 minutes, until the rice is dry.

6. 6

   Turn off and rest for 5 minutes, covered. Fluff with a fork, garnish with coriander and serve.