Rice Cookers Recipes

Cranberry & Rice Confetti Mix

Zojirushi Recipe – Cranberry & Rice Confetti Mix

This is a refreshing salad. Easy to make on the day of, and perfectly festive to lighten the table at any occasion!


            	Cranberry & Rice Confetti Mix  Ingredients

Ingredients (serves 4):

To Cook in the Rice Cooker:

  • 1 cup (rice measuring cup) long grain white rice
  • Water to fill to water level 1 for “LONG GRAIN WHITE,” or 1-1/4 cups (rice measuring cup)
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
To Add to Cooked, Cooled Rice:

  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
  • 2 green onions, finely sliced
  • 1/2 cup cilantro leaves, finely chopped 
  • 1/2 tsp. grated ginger
  • 1 orange
  • 1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil

              Cranberry & Rice Confetti Mix Step 1
1

Measure rice accurately using the measuring cup that came with your rice cooker. Rinse rice quickly once, drain and place in the inner cooking pan.

              Cranberry & Rice Confetti Mix Step 2
2

Add water to the corresponding water level for “LONG GRAIN WHITE,” or as listed in the ingredients. Add salt and mix well. Cook the rice using the “LONG GRAIN WHITE” (if available), or the “MIXED” setting.

              Cranberry & Rice Confetti Mix Step 3
3

When rice completes cooking, gently fluff the rice with rice spatula, and spread out onto a large plate. Refrigerate to cool, about 30 minutes.

              Cranberry & Rice Confetti Mix Step 4
4

Peel and segment the orange. Reserve the juice.

              Cranberry & Rice Confetti Mix Step 5
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When rice cools, add cranberries, almonds, green onions, cilantro, ginger, orange segments, orange juice, olive oil and toss gently.

              Cranberry & Rice Confetti Mix Step 6
6

Refrigerate for another 20-30 minutes for flavors to combine. Be careful not to over stir the rice, or it may become gluey. 

              Cranberry & Rice Confetti Mix Step 7
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Serve and enjoy!

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