Vibrant Tomato Steak Rice Cooker Meal
A Deliciously Visual and Flavorful Tomato Steak Rice Cooker Dish
While a steak-filled tomato rice dish is always a delight, today we’re focusing on a ‘Tomato Steak Rice Cooker Meal’ designed to be as visually appealing as it is delicious. We’re adding a whole, ripe tomato on top, reflecting a desire for a meal that delights the eyes first. This dish is easy to prepare using just your rice cooker, making it perfect for busy days when you still want a special meal. The sweet and tangy tomato flavor seeps into every grain of rice, complemented by tender steak and the pleasant crunch of peas. It’s a unique rice cooker meal that the whole family can enjoy. Let’s get cooking!
Rice Cooker Meal Ingredients- 2 cups rice
- 1 cup brown rice (optional, adds texture)
- 1 ripe tomato
- 100g beef steak
- 2 tbsp peas
- A little green onion (for garnish)
- 1 tsp butter (for cooking steak)
Tomato Rice Cooker Meal Seasoning Sauce- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- A little sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- A pinch of black pepper
- A little chopped green onion (for sauce, optional)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- A little sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- A pinch of black pepper
- A little chopped green onion (for sauce, optional)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Introducing our ‘Tomato Steak Rice Cooker Meal’ – a dish that’s as pleasing to the eyes as it is to the palate.
Step 2
First, let’s prepare the rice. You’ll need 2 cups of white rice and 1 cup of brown rice (the brown rice is optional but adds a nice texture). Rinse the rice and brown rice gently in a bowl 2-3 times until the water runs clear. Drain the rice and let it sit in a sieve for about 5 minutes. Place the prepared rice in your rice cooker and add water to the usual level for cooking rice. (For an even richer flavor, you can substitute water with pureed tomato juice made from blanched and blended tomatoes.)
Step 3
While the rice is cooking, let’s prepare the steak. Pat the steak dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper. Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Sear the seasoned steak for a few minutes on each side until nicely browned. Towards the end of cooking, add 1 teaspoon of butter to the pan to enhance the flavor. Remove the steak from the pan, let it rest briefly, and then slice it into 1cm thick pieces. (Feel free to add rosemary or garlic to the pan while cooking the steak for extra aroma.)
Step 4
Once the rice is cooked, gently fluff it with a rice paddle in the cooker. Arrange the sliced steak attractively over the fluffy rice.
Step 5
Sprinkle about 2 tablespoons of peas around the steak. The peas will add a lovely color and a touch of sweetness to the dish.
Step 6
Wash the ripe tomato thoroughly and remove the stem. Score the top of the tomato with a shallow cross-shaped cut. This cut will help the tomato soften and release its delicious juices into the rice as it steams, making the rice extra moist. Carefully place the scored tomato on top of the rice.
Step 7
Close the rice cooker lid and let the rice steam on low heat for about 10 minutes. (If your rice cooker doesn’t have a specific steaming function, simply maintain a low heat for 10 minutes.) This steaming process allows the tomato’s flavor to infuse into the rice and melds all the ingredients together beautifully.
Step 8
After the steaming time is up, garnish the rice with some finely chopped green onions. The fresh green onions add a pop of color and a fragrant aroma to the finished dish. (Alternatively, you can mix the chopped green onions into the seasoning sauce and serve it alongside.)
Step 9
Voila! Your stunning ‘Tomato Steak Rice Cooker Meal’ is ready. Serve hot with the prepared seasoning sauce on the side for mixing. The rich flavors of the steak, the refreshing tang of the tomato, and the comforting taste of the rice create a truly special meal. Enjoy your delicious creation!
