Best Easy Shanghai Cured Meat Rice Recipe

Salt-cured meats and sausages are steamed over rice, infusing each grain with smoky, savory richness. This protein-packed Shanghai family tradition is a wintertime delicacy.

Cook 90 min Difficulty NORMAL 540 kcal
#high protein #diabetic friendly
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • long grain white rice 2 cups
  • Chinese sausage (lap cheong) 4 pieces
  • Chinese cured pork belly 6 oz
  • water 2.25 cups
  • fresh ginger 4 slices
Seasonings/Sauce
  • soy sauce 2 tbsp
  • dark soy sauce 1 tbsp
  • sesame oil 1 tsp
  • sugar 1 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 68 g 50%
Protein 19 g 14%
Fat 18 g 36%
Serving size 300g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Rinse the long grain white rice in cold water until the water runs mostly clear, then drain well.

  2. 2

    Add the rinsed rice to a heavy-bottomed pot or rice cooker with 2.25 cups of water. Layer the ginger slices on top.

  3. 3

    Place the Chinese sausage and cured pork belly evenly over the rice, keeping the pieces whole for best flavor infusion. Do not submerge them in water.

  4. 4

    If using a pot, bring to a simmer uncovered over medium-high heat; once bubbling appears, cover tightly, reduce heat to very low, and steam for 35 minutes. For a rice cooker, use the normal white rice setting.

  5. 5

    Once done, let the pot sit covered for 10 minutes off heat to finish steaming. Remove cured meats, slice thinly, and return to the rice. Drizzle with soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar while gently fluffing rice for even seasoning.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The defining ingredients of Shanghai Cured Meat Rice are the Chinese sausage (lap cheong) and Chinese cured pork belly, which impart deep savory flavor and aroma to the rice. Their rich, smoky-sweet qualities permeate every bite as they steam over the rice, making them essential for authentic character.
Q. What is the most important cooking step for great flavor?
Steaming the cured meats directly over the rice, rather than mixing them in or cooking them separately, is key. This allows the fat and aromatics of the meats to be absorbed by the rice grains as they cook, resulting in delicious, layered flavors throughout the dish.
Q. How do I prevent the rice from turning mushy or burning?
Be sure to measure the water precisely and reduce the heat to the lowest setting once the rice starts bubbling. Letting the rice rest covered for 10 minutes after steaming allows moisture to redistribute, preventing soggy or scorched bottoms and keeping the grains perfectly separate.
Q. How many calories are in each serving, and is this dish high in protein?
Each 300g serving contains about 540 kcal, with 19g protein. Protein makes up roughly 14% of total calories, supporting a balanced, satisfying meal. The presence of cured meats boosts protein and flavor, making it a great option for those seeking more protein per meal.
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