Golden Kidney Bean Rice with Clear Beef Bone Broth, Pan-Seared Fish, and Grilled Vegetables
A Happy Holiday Meal: Our Family’s Heartfelt Table
As the saying goes, ‘Food is medicine.’ In this era of longevity, my wish is for everyone to eat well and stay healthy, so I’ve whipped up a delicious meal with love. Let’s set a bountiful table with dishes that are as delightful to look at as they are to eat.
Nostalgic Kidney Bean Rice- 2 servings of short-grain rice
- 1 handful of fresh kidney beans (shelled)
Hearty Beef Bone Broth- 1 pack of pre-made beef bone broth
- 70g of daikon radish, cut into large pieces
- 1/2 stalk of green onion, washed clean
- A pinch of Korean sea salt
Colorful Grilled Vegetables- 1/2 zucchini
- 1/2 carrot
- 1 ripe tomato
- 1/2 eggplant
- Korean sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Extra virgin olive oil
- A sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds
Special Pan-Seared Fish- 1 fresh fish of your choice
- A little cooking oil
- 1 pack of pre-made beef bone broth
- 70g of daikon radish, cut into large pieces
- 1/2 stalk of green onion, washed clean
- A pinch of Korean sea salt
Colorful Grilled Vegetables- 1/2 zucchini
- 1/2 carrot
- 1 ripe tomato
- 1/2 eggplant
- Korean sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Extra virgin olive oil
- A sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds
Special Pan-Seared Fish- 1 fresh fish of your choice
- A little cooking oil
- 1 fresh fish of your choice
- A little cooking oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Shell the fresh kidney beans, preferably harvested recently. If using frozen beans, thaw them first.
Step 2
Place the washed rice and prepared kidney beans into your rice cooker. Add the appropriate amount of water as you normally would for cooking rice.
Step 3
Cook the kidney bean rice using your rice cooker’s setting. Perfectly cooked, fluffy rice will be a wonderful start to your meal.
Step 4
* This dish evokes fond memories of my childhood, when my mother would grow kidney beans herself and top our rice with them. Relive the warmth and comfort of those days.
Step 5
Pour the beef bone broth pack into a pot and bring it to a rolling boil over high heat. Preparing other ingredients while the broth boils will save you time.
Step 6
Cut the daikon radish into bite-sized cubes for the broth, and finely chop the washed green onion.
Step 7
Once the beef bone broth is boiling vigorously, add the cubed daikon radish and simmer over medium heat until tender. Cooking until the radish turns translucent will deepen the flavor.
Step 8
Season the broth with soup soy sauce or Korean sea salt. It’s important not to add too much at once; taste and adjust as needed.
Step 9
For an extra touch of flavor, freshly grind some black pepper into the broth. The subtle aroma of pepper complements the rich beef bone broth beautifully.
Step 10
Finally, add the chopped green onions and simmer for another moment. The fresh fragrance of the green onions will elevate the broth’s taste.
Step 11
Ladle the hot, clear beef bone broth into individual serving bowls.
Step 12
Cut the vegetables for grilling into thick, bite-sized pieces. Feel free to use your favorite vegetables like zucchini, carrots, tomatoes, and eggplant.
Step 13
Heat a frying pan with a generous amount of extra virgin olive oil. Place the prepared vegetables in the pan and grill until nicely browned. The natural sweetness of the vegetables will be enhanced by the oil.
Step 14
Season the vegetables with a sprinkle of Korean sea salt as they cook. Bringing out the vegetables’ inherent flavors is key.
Step 15
Add a pinch of freshly ground black pepper for an extra layer of flavor. Adjust to your preference.
Step 16
Arrange the beautifully grilled vegetables on a plate. Finish with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for a nutty aroma. The vibrant colors will surely whet your appetite.
Step 17
Lightly grease a frying pan with cooking oil and place the fish in it. Cook over medium-low heat until the skin is crispy and the fish is golden brown.
Step 18
Ensure the fish is cooked thoroughly on both sides until it has a lovely golden-brown hue. The goal is a crispy exterior and a moist, tender interior.
Step 19
Transfer the deliciously pan-seared fish to a serving plate.
Step 20
Nostalgic kidney bean rice, warm beef bone broth, colorful grilled vegetables, and perfectly seared fish! A magnificent meal is complete. Just add an extra spoon and share this delightful holiday meal with your loved ones for a truly happy time.
