Claypot rice facts for kids
Singapore-style claypot chicken rice with sliced chicken, salted fish, Chinese sausage and vegetables.
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| Place of origin | China |
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| Region or state | Guangdong |
| Main ingredients | Rice, chicken, Chinese sausage |
Claypot rice (Chinese: 煲仔飯; Jyutping: bou1 zai2 faan6) is a traditional Chinese dish. It's like a special rice casserole cooked in a clay pot. People enjoy it a lot in Guangdong in Southern China. You can also find it in Chinese communities in Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, and Thailand.
What is Claypot Rice?
Claypot rice is a yummy and comforting meal. It's made by cooking rice and other ingredients together in a special clay pot. This way of cooking gives the dish a unique taste and texture.
How is it Made?
First, the rice is often soaked in water. Sometimes, it's even partly cooked before going into the clay pot. Then, other tasty ingredients are added to the pot with the rice. These ingredients cook with the rice and give it a wonderful flavor.
As it cooks, the rice at the bottom of the pot gets crispy. This crispy layer is a bit like the crunchy rice you find in Korean dolsot bibimbap or Spanish paella. It's a favorite part for many people!
Claypot rice often comes with chicken, Chinese sausage, and fresh vegetables. But many restaurants let you choose different meats or toppings. So, you can make it just how you like it!
Traditional Cooking Methods
Traditionally, claypot rice is cooked over a charcoal stove. This special way of cooking gives the dish a unique, smoky flavor. It makes it extra delicious!
When it's served, some people like to add a thick, sweet soy sauce. Sometimes, dried salted fish is also added for extra flavor.
Because it's slow-cooked in a clay pot, you might have to wait a little while. It usually takes about 15 to 30 minutes for your delicious claypot rice to be ready. But it's worth the wait!
Gallery
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Claypot chicken rice with added dark soya sauce
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Cantonese casserole rice
