Taiwanese Oil Rice (Bâⁿ-tiâu)
A savory and aromatic Taiwanese dish made with glutinous rice stir-fried with dried shrimp, shiitake mushrooms, and pork belly, often flavored with soy sauce and sesame oil. It's a comforting and flavorful staple.
🧂 Ingredients
- 300 g Glutinous rice(soaked for at least 4 hours or overnight, then drained)
- 150 g Pork belly(thinly sliced)
- 30 g Dried shrimp(rinsed and drained)
- 4 large Dried shiitake mushrooms(rehydrated in warm water, stems removed, and thinly sliced)
- 3 medium Shallots(thinly sliced)
- 2 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 3 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Dark soy sauce(for color)
- 2 tbsp Sesame oil
- 0.5 tsp White pepper
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 150 ml Water or mushroom soaking liquid
- 2 stalks Scallions(chopped, for garnish)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Steam the soaked glutinous rice for 20-25 minutes until cooked through. Set aside.
💡 Tip: Ensure the rice is spread evenly in the steamer for uniform cooking. - 2
Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced shallots and fry until golden brown and crispy. Remove shallots and set aside, leaving the oil in the wok.
- 3
Add pork belly to the wok and cook until browned and rendered. Add minced garlic and dried shrimp, stir-frying for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4
Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms to the wok and stir-fry for another 2 minutes.
- 5
Add the steamed glutinous rice to the wok. Pour in soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper. Stir well to combine and coat the rice evenly.
- 6
Add the water or mushroom soaking liquid. Stir and cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is mostly absorbed and the rice is tender and slightly sticky.
💡 Tip: Adjust liquid amount if rice seems too dry or too wet. - 7
Garnish with crispy fried shallots and chopped scallions before serving.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Soaking the glutinous rice is crucial for its texture.
- ✓Don't overcrowd the wok when frying shallots to ensure crispiness.
- ✓Adjust soy sauce and seasoning to your preference.
🔄 Variations
- Add diced firm tofu for a vegetarian option.
- Include finely chopped carrots for added color and nutrients.
- A pinch of five-spice powder can add another layer of flavor.