Delicious Sesame Rice Recipe

Sesame rice is a preparation that stands out for its interesting combination of healthy ingredients. In addition, it is a good option to complement other foods such as meat or hamburgers. Do you dare to prepare it at home?

The special thing about this dish is that it combines two main ingredients that are packed with important nutrients: rice and sesame seeds. Both are distinguished by their content of proteins, vitamins, minerals, fiber, among other components. We will detail it below.

Why prepare this sesame rice?

Rice is a staple in many people’s diets. Although many prefer to avoid it because of its high carbohydrate content, the truth is that it provides important nutrients and benefits when consumed in moderate portions. In detail, as seen in a study published through the  Journal of the American Dietetic Association , it is a source of:

• Thiamine
• Niacin
• Iron
• Folic acid

• Manganese

It also provides protein and is an important source of energy.

On the other hand, sesame seeds are known to be a rich source of fatty acids, protein, dietary fiber, and antioxidants. According to information in the medical journal Pharmacognosy Reviews , it is a source of bioactive components that include vital minerals, vitamins, phytosterols, polyunsaturated fatty acids, tocopherols, and lignans such as sesamin and sesamolin. 

How to prepare a delicious rice with sesame?

We have no doubts about the nutritional properties that can be obtained with this sesame rice. In addition, we will use other healthy ingredients, such as lemon, olive oil and black pepper.

This sesame rice recipe never hurts a side dish . It can be a salad, a mashed potato, some type of meat preparation and even a gazpacho or some soup. However, if you decide to enjoy it without additives, you will also enjoy its rich flavor.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of salt (25 g).
• Lemon zest.
• 2 cups of white rice (200 g).
• 2 cups of lemon juice (110 mL).
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil (25 g).
• 1 cup with sesame seeds (100 g).
• 1 tablespoon of ground black pepper (25 g).

Preparation

• First, place a pot to heat, over medium heat, with a splash of oil and salt.
• After 1 minute, add the white rice along with 2 cups of water and let the cooking do the work, uncovered, for 20 minutes.
• Ready the rice, remove from the heat and let it rest at room temperature for 3 minutes.
• When serving, with the help of a spoon sprinkle the sesame seeds and the lemon zest.
• No doubt, many seed and nut lovers will enjoy this delicious sesame rice recipe. You can add some sunflower seeds (peeled and salted), or a touch of sliced ​​almonds.

Burger garnished with rice with sesame and carrot

To enrich the recipe that we discussed earlier, we add an extra. Since sesame seeds and rice are malleable ingredients, they allow you to easily include other foods and are very well integrated.

In this case, the extra is neither more nor less than a delicious meat burger. The following recipe is well received, even among the smallest of diners, making it a guaranteed success.

Ingredients

• 1 medium carrot (75 g).
• 2 cups of white rice (200 g).
• 1 cup of brown rice (100 g).
• 2 tablespoons of oatmeal (50 g).
• 1 tablespoon of green pepper (25 g).
• 1 tablespoon of garlic powder (25 g).
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil (30 mL).
• 2 tablespoons with sesame seed (50 g).

• 2 tablespoons of grated white cheese (50 g).

Preparation

• Keep an eye on the data! The first thing you should do is, the night before, prepare all the rice and keep it until the next day.
• The next day, you will add: grated carrot, olive oil, seeds and garlic, with a touch of salt.
• Test your preparation and make sure it is at the flavor point you prefer. Then, keep in a mold.
• Once the rice is ready, you will begin to prepare the hamburger meat. Wait for it to thaw a bit, but not too much.
• In a glass bowl, season to taste and knead well to fix the seasonings to the meat.
• Take some meat, make a small ball and start to shape it into a hamburger. You can also do this with a hamburger mold.
• In the event that you have opted for the vegan option, you should knead the mixture with a wooden rolling pin until it softens and thus emulates the “meat” of the hamburger.

• Fry the dough with a touch of vegetable oil. In both versions you must make sure that the hamburgers are well cooked and golden brown.
• You can accompany the burger with some fresh vegetables. Some slices of cucumber or tomato, for example. On the other hand, bread is optional. You can include it or not.
• Serve with a side of sesame rice and enjoy!

Haven’t tried these recipes yet? If you are looking for something different and nutritious to surprise your family, do not stop following the steps of these preparations. They will love it!