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Seared Scallops with Orzo and Roasted Vegetables

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A flavorful and nutritious rice bowl featuring tender peanut chicken paired with sweet banana-infused rice. A perfect balance of savory and sweet with creamy textures and aromatic spices.

Ingredients

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  • 2 chicken breasts, diced
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 cup jasmine rice
  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups water
  • Chopped peanuts (for garnish)
  • Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
  • Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Cook jasmine rice with 2 cups of water, salt, and cinnamon. When almost done, stir in the mashed bananas. Cover and let rest.
  2. In a bowl, mix peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and chili flakes to make the sauce.
  3. Heat sesame oil in a pan over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned and fully cooked.
  4. Pour the peanut sauce over the chicken and simmer for 2–3 minutes until thick and heated through.
  5. Spoon banana rice into bowls, top with peanut chicken, and garnish with chopped peanuts, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian version.
  • Adjust chili flakes to taste for spice level.
  • Use natural peanut butter for a less sweet, creamier sauce.

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Keywords: peanut chicken, banana rice, rice bowl, fusion dinner, sweet and savory, halal

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