Thunder Tea Rice
Embark on a culinary adventure with Thunder Tea Rice, a vibrant, nutrient-packed dish that combines earthy flavors, crisp textures, and the revitalizing essence of herbal tea. This wholesome, plant-based recipe features a base of nutty brown rice topped with a colorful medley of stir-fried spinach, kale, and mustard greens, crispy golden tofu, and crunchy roasted peanuts. The star of the dish is the aromatic Thunder Tea, a restorative green soup made with Thai basil, mint, coriander, and green tea leaves, blended to perfection. Serve this hearty bowl with the tea poured atop or on the side for a customizable and deeply satisfying meal. Packed with antioxidants, healthy greens, and protein, Thunder Tea Rice is as nourishing as it is delicious—perfect for anyone seeking a vibrant way to boost their energy and well-being.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Brown rice
- 100 grams Spinach
- 100 grams Kale
- 100 grams Mustard greens
- 30 grams Mint leaves
- 30 grams Coriander
- 30 grams Thai basil
- 2 tablespoons Green tea leaves
- 100 grams Roasted peanuts
- 200 grams Tofu
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 4 cups Water
Instructions
Cook the brown rice according to the package instructions. Set aside.
Wash and chop the spinach, kale, and mustard greens into bite-sized pieces.
Dice the tofu into small cubes.
Peel and chop the garlic finely.
Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the diced tofu and fry until golden and crispy. Remove from pan and set aside.
In the same pan, add another tablespoon of oil and the chopped garlic. Saute until fragrant.
Add the spinach, kale, and mustard greens to the pan. Stir-fry for about 5 minutes until the greens are wilted. Season with salt and set aside.
For the thunder tea soup, blend the Thai basil, mint leaves, coriander, green tea leaves, peanuts, and 4 cups of water in a blender until smooth.
Pour the blended mixture into a pot and bring it to a boil. Simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes. Adjust salt to taste if necessary.
To assemble, place a portion of brown rice in a bowl. Arrange the cooked greens, fried tofu, and remaining roasted peanuts around the rice.
Serve the warm thunder tea soup on the side, allowing each person to pour it over their rice mix as they prefer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1890 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 116.1 g | 149% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.9 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 41.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2694 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 149.7 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.8 g | 135% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.6 g | ||
| Protein | 89.6 g | 179% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1909 mg | 147% | |
| Iron | 34.6 mg | 192% | |
| Potassium | 4489 mg | 96% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
