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general tso broccoli rice air fryer with spicy sauce on a rustic wooden table

Air Fried General Tso Broccoli Rice

Crispy rice with broccoli and a bold General Tso style sauce.
Couverts4 servings
Preparation 20 minutes
Preparation time:17 minutes
Total time 37 minutes
estimated costs pp $1.70 per serving
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Equipment

Ingredients

For the rice:

  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 1 cup broccoli
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Salt and black pepper

For the sauce:

  • 1 cup vegetable stock
  • 4 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 4 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon garlic
  • 1 tablespoon ginger
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 3/4 teaspoon chili flakes

Instructions

  • Mix rice, broccoli, oil, and seasoning.
  • Cook in air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 12 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes.
  • Simmer sauce ingredients until thickened.
  • Serve rice with sauce.

Notes & Wine Advice

Notes

Use cooled rice for best texture.
Stir regularly for even crisping.
Do not overcook the broccoli.

Variations

Add tofu for extra protein.
Use brown rice instead.
Adjust spice level to taste.

Wine Advice

This dish pairs well with a slightly sweet Riesling or a fresh Pinot Grigio.
These wines balance the sweet and spicy flavors.

Nutrition values

Calories: 380 kcal | Carbohydrates: 54 g | Protein: 7 g | Fat: 16 g | Saturated Fat: 4 g | Sodium: 620 mg | Sugar: 9 g
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Course; Airfryer / Main Course / One Pot Dinner / Rice / Vegetables
Cuisine; Asian / China
Season: All Seasons
Diets; Vegetarian
Holliday: Game Day