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Yields:
4
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Instead of the usual stir-fried rice, this one uses cucumbers, salami, arugula, and chiles in a spicy, fresh, and meaty combination.
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Ingredients
- 4 Persian or Kirby cucumbers
- 2 tsp. kosher salt
- 2 Tbsp. canola oil
- 3 clove garlic
- 3 oz. salami
- 4 cups cooked white rice
- 2 scallions
- 1 Thai chile or serrano
- 3 oz. arugula
- Pepper
Directions
- Step 1In a colander set over a bowl, toss the cucumbers with the 2 teaspoons of salt and let stand for 30 minutes. Rinse well and squeeze dry. In a large nonstick skillet, heat the oil. Add the cucumbers, garlic, and salami and cook over moderately high heat, stirring, until golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the rice, scallions, chile, and arugula; season with salt and pepper and stir-fry until the rice is hot.
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- Step 1In a colander set over a bowl, toss the cucumbers with the 2 teaspoons of salt and let stand for 30 minutes. Rinse well and squeeze dry. In a large nonstick skillet, heat the oil. Add the cucumbers, garlic, and salami and cook over moderately high heat, stirring, until golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the rice, scallions, chile, and arugula; season with salt and pepper and stir-fry until the rice is hot.
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