Java Rice, Here’s How to Make It
What is Java Rice
Being confused about the food's origin is understandable, especially when you see Java before rice; one will probably think it came from Indonesia.
But upon researching, they said that Java Rice originated from the Philippines somewhere in Mindanao and is traditionally cooked with turmeric and annatto seeds or powder, giving its distinct taste and colour.
Remember when you were looking at a menu in a restaurant? Scanning where the rice options are, you'll typically see Plain, Garlic, and Java Rice.
It's like they have their hierarchy of deliciousness, Plain being the lowest. It might not be concerning for those with deep pockets, but it does for others because as the rice goes up the ranks of yumminess, it means the price tags go up as well.
So, why not cook it yourself?
To simply put, if you have some experience in home cooking, it only means that this is just one of the various ways to cook fried rice, and we happen to have a different name for it.
How to Make Java Rice Red
Instead of using annatto seeds and turmeric in this Java Rice recipe, we'll use red bell peppers and ketchup (tomato or banana), along with the essential aromatics.
The finished product's taste will either be a little bit sour or a little bit sweet, depending on the ketchup you will use, tomato or banana ketchup, respectively.
Tools Needed
- Wok
- Two cooking spatulas
- Chopping board and knife
- Measuring cup and spoons
- Your trusted stove
There's no need to have culinary abilities to enjoy a delicious meal with our Red Java Rice. Just follow the steps, and you'll soon discover how easy it is to cook the food. An additional skill to add to your home cooking repertoire while saving yourself some money.
- 3 cup Cooked Thai fragrant or Jasmine Rice (We prefer those Thai fragrant or jasmine rice leftovers. The rice needs to be chilled first to be easily loosened when it is time to be cooked in the wok.)
- 1 1/2 tsp Fresh Garlic (Minced.)
- 1/3 cup White Onion (Finely chopped.)
- 1/3 cup Red Bell Pepper (Finely chopped.)
- 5 1/2 tbsp Ketchup (Depending on the ketchup you use, tomato or banana, the finished product's taste will slightly differ.)
- 2 tbsp Canola Oil
- This is How to Cook Java Rice
- Heat the wok with two tablespoons of canola oil.
- Saute garlic for 30 seconds, then onion for 30 seconds to 1 minute, and then red bell pepper, again for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- Put the rice, then continuously stir to distribute all the ingredients.
- Constantly stir everything until rice becomes hot. Notice that the rice will slowly and slightly become sticky.
- It's time to put the ketchup. Mix everything well and blend the ketchup all over the rice by constant stirring.
- Our Red Java Rice is now ready.
Servings 3
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 796kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10.7g17%
- Saturated Fat 1g5%
- Sodium 317mg14%
- Potassium 367mg11%
- Total Carbohydrate 157.5g53%
- Dietary Fiber 3g12%
- Sugars 7.7g
- Protein 14g29%
- Calcium 5 mg
- Iron 46 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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